a solaz: meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

  SpainLatin Americaliteraryarchaic
  • For the purpose of relaxation, recreation, or enjoyment.
  • As an amusement or pastime.

  Examples

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  • Fuimos al parque a solaz después de una semana estresante en el trabajo.

    We went to the park for relaxation after a stressful week at work.

  • Ella siempre lee novelas a solaz cuando quiere desconectarse de la rutina.

    She always reads novels for enjoyment when she wants to disconnect from the routine.

  • Los domingos los pasamos a solaz, sin hacer nada importante.

    We spend Sundays for leisure, doing nothing important.

• 2.

  SpainLatin Americaliteraryformal
  • For consolation or relief from distress; as a comfort or solace.

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  • Después de la mala noticia, buscó música a solaz para calmar su tristeza.

    After the bad news, he sought music for consolation to calm his sadness.

  • Los amigos se reunieron a solaz para apoyarse en tiempos difíciles.

    The friends gathered for solace to support each other in difficult times.

  • Leí poemas a solaz cuando necesitaba un poco de consuelo emocional.

    I read poems for consolation when I needed a bit of emotional comfort.