escapism

[ UK /ɛskˈe‍ɪpɪzəm/ ]
[ US /ɪˈskeɪˌpɪzəm/ ]

NOUN

an inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy
romantic novels were her escape from the stress of daily life
his alcohol problem was a form of escapism

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How To Use escapism In A Sentence

Although my teacher certainly wasn't bluffing, I suspect we were both looking for the same thing: a cheap fix of escapism.
His films do not pander to escapism or to the audiences settled expectations about entertainment.
It was sheer fantasy, sheer escapism.
Teaming up with celebrity stylist Louise O'Connor, Rita promises her clients the escapism of a modern day Zen retreat.
It's pure escapism and we love it. Times, Sunday Times
Pure frothy escapism, but the two stars make the most of a goofy script. Times, Sunday Times
Perfect escapism from our grey wintry skies. Times, Sunday Times
Part of the story is that, for most of us, the annual holiday is pure escapism. Times, Sunday Times
However, to a certain extent all university students are indulging in escapism to a degree.
Bond offers escapism, but of a serious sort. Times, Sunday Times

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