Getting a soda at Sonic became a popular pastime.

Source: https://www.eastidahonews.com/2023/03/east-idaho-eats-hip-sip-serves-a-variety-of-drinks-with-a-dose-of-human-connection/

However, it wasn't until the 21st century that sports betting became a popular pastime in the country.

Source: https://guardian.ng/sport/man-utd-win-league-cup-to-end-six-year-trophy-drought/

I do believe national pride around the national pastime would form and interest would grow if the U.S. played the Dominicans in the semifinals on March 19 and Japan and Shohei Ohtani in the March 21 final.

Source: https://nypost.com/2023/03/11/world-baseball-classic-interest-in-us-more-likely-to-come-later/

In his pastime, he would compete in the Bowling League in Rio Rancho, N.M. He was a professional bowler in his own league and thoroughly enjoyed every minute.

Source: https://perrynewspapers.com/?p=42318

Inspired by the Japanese video game, Easter Egg is an amusing pastime to fill those empty minutes.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/technology/google-secret-game-katamari/

I’ve made this resolution because lately I’ve been treating my favourite media as a game of catch-up rather than a relaxing pastime.

Source: https://runnermag.ca/2023/01/some-new-years-resolutions-for-2023/

Just when you thought bureaucratic overreach was a strictly American pastime, your friends across the pond have decided to toss our hats — or should I say, tulips — into the ring.

Source: https://pjmedia.com/news-and-politics/michael-van-der-galien/2023/06/22/totalitarian-dutch-government-prepares-to-dictate-home-sales-n1705357

Karaoke is a hugely popular pastime in the Philippines and Papa J’s runs regular open-mic karaoke sessions.

Source: https://the-riotact.com/multicultural-eats-papa-js-serves-up-a-feast-that-is-boodles-of-fun/632038

KENNEBUNK — When Mary McCadden first picked up knitting, it was as casual pastime.

Source: https://www.pressherald.com/2023/10/03/now-in-its-13-year-the-kennebunk-artisans-marketplace-has-become-a-hub-for-crafty-mainers/

Missing in the NDS – and no surprise here – is any sense that war is humanity’s worst pastime.

Source: https://original.antiwar.com/william_astore/2023/01/15/imperial-dominance-disguised-as-democratic-deterrence/

Mr Hopkinson said: “Thirty years ago this was a niche and cliquey pastime but now it’s so accessible.

Source: https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/23379581.wargamers-fight-overlord-game-show-abingdon/?ref=rss

Now cosplay has become Bruinn's favourite pastime.

Source: https://bc.ctvnews.ca/from-barbie-to-beetlejuice-b-c-woman-injects-weirdness-into-neighbourhood-with-costumes-1.6612947

Or you could follow the local tradition of driving past (without visiting) Peter Van the Party Man on Springbank Road - a favourite pastime, we're led to believe.

Source: https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/8218203/how-to-make-friends-and-influence-people-a-friendly-guide-for-the-nrl/?src=rss

Religiously inspired violence is a favorite tool, including the new trend of supporting jungle justice for any purported blasphemy as a pastime to show ‘Muslim’ reputation.

Source: https://www.thenews-chronicle.com/el-rufai-and-the-hypocrisy-of-the-northern-establishment/

Searching for sea glass along the shores of P.E.I. is a popular pastime.

Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-cbc-rare-sea-glass-fake-1.6895447?cmp=rss

Songbird competitions have been a pastime in the Caribbean for centuries, with the birds judged on such factors as how many times they chirp or sing.

Source: https://www.barryanddistrictnews.co.uk/news/national/23311827.finch-smuggling-kingpin-jailed-new-york/?ref=rss

The (actual) Green Book: The rise of the automobile age brought with it the rise of the road trip as an American pastime.

Source: https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/museums/ct-ent-museums-chicago-winter-2023-20230120-5eghkezjlffutnh67hmctlhiha-story.html

The combination of convenience, variety, and innovative technology has made them a favorite pastime for millions of players worldwide.

Source: https://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2023/11/beyond-the-reels-a-journey-through-online-slot-realms/

The pastime is also more accessible than ever with Little Angler Kits now available for fishers from the next generation in time for the summer holidays.

Source: https://cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au/news/2023-08-24/local-lakes-refilled/

The Roller Wave was founded in 2016 by Brooklyn native Harry Martin to share his passion for roller disco and bring back the classic New York pastime.

Source: https://www.amny.com/news/the-roller-wave-new-home-brooklyns-atlantic-terminal-mall/