as in ignorance
a state of being disregardful or unconscious of one's surroundings, concerns, or obligations for two weeks each year the stressed-out couple enjoy the blissful oblivion that comes with a vacation at the beach

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Recent Examples of oblivion Plus, the Russian economy indeed switched to 'war mode,' and the arms industry is now massively manufacturing large quantities of drones, missiles, and bombs to bombard Ukraine into oblivion. Isabel Van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025 The Top 14 singers will perform alongside the trio for one last chance to dazzle the crowd, or risk fading into oblivion. Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 19 May 2025 Luis thinks for a second, then takes off after them, joining the travelers on a dangerous flight into oblivion with no road back. Damon Wise, Deadline, 15 May 2025 Harris is already considering making some changes in an attempt to counteract the prowess of the career Grand Slam winner and a select group of other pros who can bomb it into oblivion. Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for oblivion
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Noun
  • Previously feigning ignorance about a potential departure, the German is now surplus to requirements under Hansi Flick with Garcia around.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
  • Not 20/20 hindsight, mind you, but hindsight clouded by ideology, partisan politics and persistent ignorance.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
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  • This can be done through a more seamless, predictive human-machine interface while fully engaging the five senses that will foster a nirvana of personal immersion.
    Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Active travelers will find abundant opportunities for rock climbing, kayaking, and hiking, while those craving a more leisurely getaway can soak up sun-and-sand nirvana at any of Krabi’s gorgeous beaches.
    Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 12 Dec. 2024
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  • Blending animation with documentary-style narration, Najjar crafts a visually arresting and emotionally resonant exploration of violence, survival and lost innocence.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 9 June 2025
  • Watkins’ conviction was overturned in 2023, affirming his innocence after years of efforts by his family and the Georgia Innocence Project, according to the lawsuit.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025

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“Oblivion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oblivion. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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