leisureliness
noun
Examples of leisurely in a Sentence
Adverb
the old hound dog leisurely sauntered over to his water bowl to take a drink
Adjective
They strolled along at a leisurely pace.
proceeding in a leisurely fashion
After a leisurely lunch, we went to see a movie.
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Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
Shop leisurely during the game at the Orioles Store without the pre- or post-game crowds.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 2 May 2025
Claire Volkman, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
The collection revisits the leisurely elegance of dandy dressing, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.
—Essence, 2 June 2025
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Adverb
The water here stays glassy and swimmable year-round—ideal for families, leisurely laps, or floating with a view.
—Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
Shop leisurely during the game at the Orioles Store without the pre- or post-game crowds.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 2 May 2025
Adjective
While some are opting for quiet beach vacations or leisurely wine tastings.
—Claire Volkman, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
The collection revisits the leisurely elegance of dandy dressing, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.
—Essence, 2 June 2025
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“Leisurely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leisurely. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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