quality time
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of quality time
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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"These measures will be crucial in helping young people get the sleep they need, focus on school and college, and spend more quality time with family and friends."
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
After spending some quality time with Rusty, I can absolutely say he might be small, but the joy he brings is enormous.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 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
Instead, she sets out a weekly menu of mostly nonacademic choices, in 15-20 minute blocks: quality time with a loved one, time spent organizing something at home or teaching someone else a skill.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2025
“The five of us together in one room. Who says we never spend quality time together anymore?”
From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner
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