Fantasize

usgb/ˈfæntəsaɪz/
verb

To imagine something that is not real or likely to happen.

She would fantasize about living in a luxury mansion.
Visual representation of "fantasize" - to imagine something that is not real or likely to happen

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  • fantasize about
  • fantasize that
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Imaginary Scenarios

Used to describe imagining scenarios that are highly unlikely or impossible in real life.

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He would often fantasize about winning the lottery and traveling the world.
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Emotional Escape

People use 'fantasize' to mentally escape their current reality for emotional relief or pleasure.

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Stuck in traffic, she would fantasize about being on a deserted beach.
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Wishful Thinking

Expresses a strong desire or hope for something, reflecting wishful thinking more than a realistic goal.

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He fantasized about becoming a famous actor, even though he had never acted before.
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