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recreationally

American  
[rek-ree-ay-shuhn-uh-lee] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən ə li /

adverb

  1. for the purpose of recreation; for enjoyment and relaxation.


Example Sentences

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It promises accessible, affordable preparation for new and current gun owners who want to protect their families or to hunt and shoot recreationally.

From Slate • Oct. 17, 2025

Catherine, who is patron of the museum, and William were shown the gardens, which are used recreationally as well as for research and teaching, by the institution's director Doug Gurr.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025

I think the impetus of the paper comes from multiple observations and experiences I’ve had over the years, both as a young scientist and someone who observes birds recreationally.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2025

For the last eight years he’s played recreationally in the Soldiers, a team that’s part of the Pacific Coast Baseball League.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2025

He was a scuba diver, both professionally and recreationally.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen