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recreation

[rek-ree-ey-shuhn] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən /


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Spotting a camera along the route her children walk to school gave her pause; seeing one go up in front of her community recreation center made her act.

From Salon Sep. 6, 2026

Rank what matters most to you — things like climate, affordability, healthcare, walkability, culture, outdoor recreation, or proximity to family.

From MarketWatch Aug. 25, 2026

The Welsh government said: "The Tywi is one of Wales' most important rivers, supporting internationally important habitats and species, local communities, recreation and cultural traditions such as coracle fishing."

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

Her visual recreation of the “Tropicoqueta” album cover onstage was one of the show’s wittiest moments.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 16, 2026

The center of the town could be saved for a weightless recreation center, where all sorts of new games could be invented.

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




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