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escapism

[ih-skey-piz-uhm] / ɪˈskeɪ pɪz əm /


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To some, what we call the Great American Songbook is pure romantic escapism, mired in fantasy and pointedly unrealistic.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

Its reality format allows for perfect projection and escapism: no coordinating specialists and home care agencies, certainly no paternal tantrums.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2026

But some opt for less physically demanding escapism in the form of "congklak" -- a counting game using seeds or stones -- or "bola bekel", similar to jacks.

From Barron's Jun. 15, 2026

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

The flickering images offered escapism and a muscular dose of patriotism.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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