Example Sentences

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I was about to ask about hobbies - is that up there?

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Hence, “The Joy of Painting” enjoyed a vigorous revival during the pandemic’s lockdowns, when hobbies assumed central importance in daily life.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

People contemplating leaving the workforce should consider questions like: What hobbies or interests do they want to nurture?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Kate, 44, said working less hours means “I’m more present for my children and I’m discovering hobbies again.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

She talked of his hobbies and talents, how he was celebrated at his funeral as one of the great rocket scientists.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel