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.

Examples of quality time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Jason Kelce enjoyed some quality time with his family over Memorial Day weekend. —

Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 29 May 2024 While Memorial Day is all about honoring the mourning of U.S. military officers who died while fighting for our country in the United States Armed Forces and the people who are still serving today, many families choose to spend the long weekend by enjoying quality time with each other. —

Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 May 2024 In the end, Kidman invited them over for quality time at her Hong Kong residence. —

Margy Rochlin, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2024 Don’t let troublesome conversations or difficult antics from another person keep you from enjoying the company of someone who wants to spend quality time with you. —

Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2024 As families plan for summer vacation, a new study from Booking.com found 62% of them say spending quality time is their main reason for traveling. —

Jill Robi, Parents, 18 May 2024 Chis Hemsworth sometimes uses work as an excuse to spend quality time with his wife Elsa Pataky! —

Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024 All generations of dads will enjoy these easy Father’s Day dinner recipes coupled with quality time spent chatting and playing games outside. —

Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2024 The top gifts moms with children younger than 18 want are quality time, flowers and an experience like dinner or a spa treatment. —

Jennifer Borresen, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024

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