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hobby

[hob-ee] / ˈhɒb i /


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It’s an expensive hobby, yet with a fleet with an average age of more than 50 years, one that has remained in reach for average earners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

She started making shirts three years ago as a hobby for her sister's leaving day and now creates custom designs commissioned by online customers in her spare time.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

There is a very specific stage in any hobby where you become, if not insufferable, then at least a little susceptible to insufferability.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

She said that, for many people like her, Twitch started out as a hobby, but then once videos were shared "you end up finding more like-minded people that way".

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

On evenings and weekends, he repaired antique clocks as a hobby.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston




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