escapism
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It was sheer escapism and during the Depression, this was particularly welcome.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
"It was the immersion in nature and having things that were green around me that made me feel happy, and plants were an escapism," he said.
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026
And then I get to wear this gold one on the beach where she gets to let loose and ride off into the sunset when she’s an actress that probably doesn’t get that escapism.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
Sociologist Denis Volkov of the Levada Centre -- designated a "foreign agent" by Russian authorities -- said escapism is prevalent across Russia.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 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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