quality time
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of quality time
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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They're running round in a soft play, just getting to spend quality time with them.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
But in the streaming age, I’m just as likely to crave a little quality time with Netflix, Disney+ or Apple TV.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
Whatever you end up doing together, I’m sure that your family, especially the little ones, will just be grateful to spend quality time with you.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026
"It was just purely coincidental he and I spent some quality time together on what would have been her 85th birthday. The stars had aligned," said Russell.
From BBC • Dec. 25, 2025
Tab wasn’t coming; the Human Rights Club met on Tuesdays at lunch, and even a cupcake couldn’t persuade her to miss quality time with the Berperson.
From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead
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