quality time
noun
: time spent giving all of one's attention to someone who is close (such as one's child)
Dad and I spent some quality time together.
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Colleen Hayes, treated for breast cancer in March 2017, deeply appreciated the simple gift of quality time.
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Amy Bizzarri, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
Pour one out for spending quality time with the family during this treasured holiday.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
Best for: All ages Volunteer Activities Making time to care for others—whether that’s your neighbors, animals in need, or the environment—is a wonderful way to get involved with your community and spend quality time together.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 2 Apr. 2025
Brittany Mahomes and her family enjoyed quality time for a fun outing!
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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Amy Bizzarri, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
Pour one out for spending quality time with the family during this treasured holiday.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
Best for: All ages Volunteer Activities Making time to care for others—whether that’s your neighbors, animals in need, or the environment—is a wonderful way to get involved with your community and spend quality time together.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 2 Apr. 2025
Brittany Mahomes and her family enjoyed quality time for a fun outing!
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for quality time
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“Quality time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quality%20time. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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