weekend warrior
Americannoun
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a reservist who attends weekend meetings of their unit in order to fulfill military obligations.
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a person who engages in a hobby or activity only on weekends or in their leisure time and is not considered to be particularly skilled, prepared, etc..
They sell exercise equipment for the casual user and weekend warrior.
Etymology
Origin of weekend warrior
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Previous research has suggested that a "weekend warrior" pattern, in which most weekly exercise is completed over one or two days, can still produce health benefits.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 2, 2026
Describing himself as a typical "weekend warrior" cyclist, Mike said he was motivated to push on by thinking of the charity Tŷ Hafan, which he is raising money for.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2023
How do you avoid this situation if you’re trying to be a weekend warrior or hire the job out to a carpenter?
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2023
As a 50-year-old weekend warrior athlete — albeit one who hadn’t swung a golf club since the Clinton administration — I enjoyed my first Topgolf visit a lot more than I expected.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2022
Antoine’s commanding officer suspended him from recruiting duties, with a notification that he would be kicked off full-time Guard status and relegated to the title of weekend warrior.
From Washington Times ● May 21, 2017
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