I first learned the word "sublimate" in chemistry. Some solids, such as iodine and icicles pass
directly from the solid to vapor stage without intermediate liquid stage. And in the process,
impurities are left behind.
Probably most common usage is in psychiatry:
"6. The capacity to sublimate, to direct instinctive hostile energy into creative and constructive outlets.

Sublimate? "To divert a desire or impulse to one that is more socially or culturally acceptable." For kicks,
I write newspaper columns. I do not rob banks. When tired at eleven (AM or PM), sleep is a reasonable
consideration. In retirement, I sublimate well. "