recreation
noun
rec·re·a·tion
ˌre-krē-ˈā-shən 
: refreshment of strength and spirits after work
also
: a means of refreshment or diversion : hobby
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Examples of recreation in a Sentence
The fields next to the school are used for recreation.
decided to take a bike tour of the island for recreation and relaxation
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Themes highlighted in the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway could include agriculture, outdoor recreation, Indigenous stories, natural resources and music, according to the proposal.
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Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
Donaldson's content went viral several times after 2019, including the real-life recreation of Squid Game with a $456,000 prize for the winner in 2021.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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The day-use area and beach will remain open.
—Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 31 Oct. 2024
The lot of the property is substantial, measuring 9,900 square feet, and boasts a pool for relaxation and recreation.
—Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
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Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
Donaldson's content went viral several times after 2019, including the real-life recreation of Squid Game with a $456,000 prize for the winner in 2021.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
More:Michigan state park, recreation area campground closures in 2025
The day-use area and beach will remain open.
—Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 31 Oct. 2024
The lot of the property is substantial, measuring 9,900 square feet, and boasts a pool for relaxation and recreation.
—Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for recreation
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“Recreation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recreation. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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