recreationally
Americanadverb
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
Over the years, he’s swam and biked recreationally, and enjoys walking and dancing at parties.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 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
About 409,000 are registered for commercial use, while about 385,000 are used recreationally.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2025
He was a scuba diver, both professionally and recreationally.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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