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Opposite of the action of turning something aside from its course
Opposite of a pleasant or amusing pastime or activity
Opposite of an alternative route for use by traffic when the usual road is temporarily closed
Opposite of a departure from the subject, course, or idea at hand
Opposite of something interesting or enjoyable that provides a short respite from a tense or tedious situation
“Ann's husband was never willing to confront the moment when seriousness should hold sway.”
Opposite of a form of temporary distraction
“In its early years, radio was still a personal medium that was listened to alone with the headphones on, allowing for the immersion of oneself in another world.”
Opposite of something done for pleasure or entertainment
“Accounting is a profession I engage in during the weekdays.”
Opposite of avoidance
Opposite of an inclination to escape from routine or reality into fantasy
Opposite of the state or experience of being alienated
Opposite of a state of deriving, or a source that provides, gratification or enjoyment
“He twiddled his thumbs, not of want or desire, but out of sheer boredom.”
Opposite of amusement, entertainment, occasionally to excess
(informal) Opposite of departures from the norm
“The constancy of having lived in a busy city for the last five years is wearing on me.”
Opposite of a source of great satisfaction or enjoyment
“With all of the reality shows that make TV watching a complete bore, I was glad to finally see something new, fresh, absorbing and entertaining.”
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