entertainment value

noun

: the ability to be entertaining
Few sports have greater entertainment value than figure skating.

Examples of entertainment value in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web May 17, 2024 The exchange quickly went viral across social media, with many relishing in the entertainment value of seeing the two lawmakers in a verbal spat, almost more akin to something usually seen on reality television. Alana Wise, NPR, 23 May 2024 Bocelli concerts feature an entertainment value and pop culture trappings seldom found on a classical music stage: giant onstage screens and light effects and a relaxed attitude as to the kinds of activities permissible at musical events. Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 21 Feb. 2024 The entertainment value is high, as kids of all ages can get involved, and even adults can play along. Erica Puisis, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024 The Kardashians' entertainment value is high, as is its production value, and the socialites' humanity (and relatability) as portrayed in the show may just shock you. Sophie Van Bastelaer, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2023 Wildlife live streams, from cheetah births to beluga whale migrations, are often popular online for their educational and entertainment value—and the fish doorbell is no different. Aaron Boorstein, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Apr. 2024 Perhaps the full episodes provide unique entertainment value while also challenging racist social policy. Kyle Bowser, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Apr. 2024 His film has sufficient professional polish and passable entertainment value, intentional or otherwise. Dennis Harvey, Variety, 4 Apr. 2024 Three categories — entertainment value, social scene and accommodation — were given a score out of 10 for each location. Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2024

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“Entertainment value.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/entertainment%20value. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

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