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escapism Noun an inclination to retreat from unpleasant reality, for example through fantasy escapist nadj escapism 1. the state of having wandering and imaginative thoughts in order to escape from reality. — escapist, n., adj. See also: Thinking2. the practice of engaging in activities that enable one to avoid having to deal with reality, as the persistent attendance at science-fiction films, reading of fantasy literature, etc. the art or technique of escaping from chains, locked trunks, etc., as a form of entertainment. — escapist, n., adj. See also: Performingthe art or technique of escaping from chains, locked trunks, etc., especially when exhibited as a form of entertainment. — escapist, n., adj. See also: Escape
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And be it out-of-this-world nature or luxurious escapism, the mirage still delivers in spades. And I think that there is an escapism out there -- you'll see a little bit of an adjustment toward that. This light read will please anyone looking for a little escapism. |
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