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leisurely

[lee-zher-lee, lezh-er-] / ˈli ʒər li, ˈlɛʒ ər- /




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On Thursday, the beachside felt calm as a woman was leisurely paddle boarding in the shallows while children played on the beach.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Travolta’s directorial language is lovingly detailed, and his penchant for picturesque detail creates a leisurely atmosphere, like getting lost wandering around a happy memory.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Wardley, in his first appearance since being upgraded to world champion, soaked in the atmosphere with a leisurely entrance.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Most young readers today would find “The Yearling” too long, too leisurely and too clogged with dialect, but a few might still feel as I did when I read it more than 60 years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Since I was finished with my obligations to Mrs. Wigginbottom, I figured Aunt Kitty wanted us to take a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore back to the city.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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