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Leisure Activities

Definition

Leisure activities refer to the non-work related activities that people engage in during their free time for enjoyment, relaxation, or self-improvement.

Analogy

Think of leisure activities like the apps on your phone. You don't need them to survive (like you need work or school), but they make life more enjoyable and can even help you learn new things.

Related terms

Recreation: This refers to activities done for enjoyment when one is not working. It's like the games folder on your phone - purely for fun!

Hobbies: These are activities done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure. They're like your favorite app that you always go back to when you have some free time.

Sports: These are physical activities that individuals or teams engage in for entertainment and exercise. Consider them as the fitness apps on your phone - they require effort but also bring a lot of joy and health benefits.

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