spend time
The phrase "spend time" is commonly used to describe the allocation of one's time to various activities or interactions.
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Definition
A2General
(common)To allocate a portion of your time to engage in a specific activity.
Example
- I like to spend time reading books.
- She spends a lot of time working on her garden.
A2Social
(informal)To accompany someone for leisure or social interaction.
Example
- Let's spend some time together this weekend.
- They enjoy spending time with their friends at the park.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spend time":
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