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recreation

[rek-ree-ey-shuhn] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən /


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The recreation guide, which was mailed to thousands of residents, includes information about senior walking groups, cooking classes, and youth sports and music programs for the summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Each planet is represented by a marker, with the Sun at the centre on the recreation ground and Pluto positioned about a mile away, reflecting distances at a precise scale.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“Outside, the expansive property offers room to unwind and enjoy existing patios, pool, and grounds for recreation, gardening, and family fun,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Roosevelt’s wife, Edith, concerned that he was working too hard, had a grass court built outside his office that he could use for his daily recreation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

With a little practice, a Libran could learn to soar and to wheel to his heart’s content, both for recreation and as a practical method of traveling across his miniature country.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins




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