diversion
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For your enjoyment and diversion, my colleagues suggest:
From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2026
Irritating but never truly dangerous, his antagonism is a safety valve for the class system and a flattering diversion for its proprietors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Molly Smith, spokesperson for the Riverside County district attorney’s office, said Miller completed the diversion program and had the charges dropped on July 31.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Harry Potter fans force diversion of UK-Ireland power link to avoid 'Dobby's grave'
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Bailey played on the country folks’ need for diversion.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
“We don’t bring any material aid,” said Sandra Rodríguez, part of a volunteer group that organizes clown shows and other diversions, speaking at a golf course that has become an official homeless encampment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Flights have since restarted amid delayed take offs and diversions.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
“The diversions and new trade routes established during the conflict will likely leave the supply chain even more flexible and diversified than before.”
From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026
While much of the album feels appropriately bittersweet, McCartney finds plenty of time for whimsical diversions.
From Salon ● May 12, 2026
The Bible tells us that gardens preceded gardeners, but that was not the case at Pollsmoor, where I cultivated a garden that became one of my happiest diversions.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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