The multifaceted realm of entertainment offers a vast array of opportunities to relax and refresh the mind, body, and soul. From the uplifting joy of attending a live concert to the cathartic purging that can occur during art therapy, from reading a book of stories to solving a crossword puzzle, from enjoying the orchestral splendors of Rimsky-Korsakov or Ravel to playing innovative video games that demand strategic thinking, entertainment offers everything from escapism and delight to education and empowerment. Click on a collocation to see more examples.
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