quality time
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of quality time
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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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
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
It reads, in part, “Our mission is to preserve, grow and steward resources while prioritizing generosity so that we may invest in family through education, life enriching experiences, and quality time together.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025
After decluttering, Jon says there has been a massive improvement in their family life and now they are able to spend quality time together to sit and chat.
From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025
“But,” he added quickly as my face fell, “school’s out soon, isn’t it? That’s when we can go spend quality time there!”
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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