alone time
noun
: time spent by oneself or in a small group (as with a spouse, child, etc.) especially as a period of reflection, quality time, or rest
I need some alone time to think things over.
One of my Saturday afternoon tasks was taking our children for outings to give their mom some alone time.—Michael J. Brooks
But in Manhattan last week, the 4-year-old and his new sister … were digging alone time with Mom.—People
We passed many buildings I wanted to explore later, but for now, I just wanted some alone time with Brad.—Derene Scheeler
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“Alone time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alone%20time. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.
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