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escapism

[ih-skey-piz-uhm] / ɪˈskeɪ pɪz əm /


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But beyond the delicious escapism, Francis brings us a story that shows the beauty of building community and making space for yourself to belong.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

“We certainly are living in a time where we have enough we can look around and feel pessimistic,” Tarses said, “but I don’t think this is escapism, and I don’t really see this as aspirational.”

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Movies and other forms of entertainment thrived in tough economic times by appealing to people’s need for escapism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Asked at the premiere about what the cast would have in their own magical land, the answers ranged from pure escapism to something a little closer to home.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

She’s always worried about complaining or bringing too much real life into the escapism.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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