fun and games

noun

Recreation; nothing serious; easy, enjoyable activities.

“Being a film director isn't all fun and games.”

Meanings

nounfun and games pl (plural only)
  1. idiomaticoftenpluralplural onlyRecreation; nothing serious; easy, enjoyable activities.

    Being a film director isn't all fun and games.

    1 more example

    You wouldn't believe the fun and games I had trying to find somewhere to park.

    Synonyms: shits and giggles

Synonyms & antonyms

nounRecreation; nothing serious; easy, enjoyable activities.

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APA

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Chicago

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