leisure
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Healthcare and leisure led recent hiring, while “knowledge work” shed jobs; S&P 500 earnings grew 29% in the first quarter.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The author ties his root-and-branch critique of capitalism to a plea to “make modern life much more affordable than it is at present,” which he hopes will open more opportunities for enlightened leisure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
It was believed that the site would be better suited for community, tourism or leisure facilities.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“Rather, they mostly work in leisure, retail, construction and in-person services jobs.”
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
His personal leisure is aimed away from idle amusement or detached tampering with nature’s processes.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
Vocabulary lists containing leisure
The Lazy, Hazy Days of Summer
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act IV
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"The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury
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