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recreational

[rek-ree-ey-shuh-nl] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃə nl /
ADJECTIVE
diverting
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ADJECTIVE
pleasurable
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Manufactured goods like appliances, other consumer durables and small recreational vehicles also got hit with a new 50% tariff, but only on their non-U.S. metals content.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

The long-awaited move does not legalize marijuana use in states where it is still banned or sanction its use as a recreational drug.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Still, the inflated cost of goods early this year also means Americans are paying more for consumer electronics, clothes and recreational items, among other things.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Charter fishing crews in California harbors are preparing for recreational salmon fishing to reopen after a two-year shutdown.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

“We still have to be in an area of recreational boat traffic,” I said.

From "Adrift" by Paul Griffin




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