concept   time
culture   Middle East
statement   In the Middle East, personal relationships are valued over punctuality and time spent in prayer is central, with punctuality not strictly enforced.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 pastime Middle East Emphasizing leisure activities may be seen as frivolous, as work and productivity are valued more highly. 1
2 time Middle East Punctuality is not strictly enforced and events often start late. 1
3 time Middle East Flexible approach to time, value on personal relationships over punctuality 1
4 time Middle Eastern countries Flexible concept of time and tardiness may be more acceptable 1
5 time Middle Eastern cultures Time is seen as more flexible and less strictly enforced. 1
6 time spent Middle East Time spent in prayer and religious observance is a central part of daily life. 1
7 time spent indoors Middle East Spending too much time indoors is often seen as unhealthy or a sign of being lazy, and people are encouraged to spend more time outside. 1