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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
the challenging jigsaw puzzle engaged us all evening
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as in to commit
to obligate by prior agreement
we can't go to the dance because we're already engaged to attend a piano recital
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as in to employ
to provide with a paying job
the wealthy couple are looking to engage a handyman to take care of the estate
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as in to hire
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum
my sister and her boyfriend have engaged a chauffeured limousine for the prom
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Recent Examples of engage
This has cut out a lot of the stagnant fluff from Atlanta’s offense and keeps everyone engaged.
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Jared Weiss, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Avoid Escalation: Gossip can be frustrating, but engaging confrontationally may worsen the situation.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Each cohort brings in 50 young girls of color to help engage people from diverse backgrounds.
—Vitas Carosella, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Lastly, maintain momentum with follow-up content to keep your audience engaged long after the initial announcement.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
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Jared Weiss, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Avoid Escalation: Gossip can be frustrating, but engaging confrontationally may worsen the situation.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Each cohort brings in 50 young girls of color to help engage people from diverse backgrounds.
—Vitas Carosella, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Lastly, maintain momentum with follow-up content to keep your audience engaged long after the initial announcement.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for engage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for engage
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Cotton said a president needs to keep qualified individuals interested in serving the White House and that may sometimes require enhanced security for officials.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
arkansasonline.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Now Inkle’s library generates enough money to allow Ingold to make only the games that interest him.—
Samuel Horti,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Swiss company’s share price has faced a volatile ride over the past year amid a rejig of its top management and wider fluctuations in the luxury market.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
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Bondi has also faced scrutiny for her previous lobbying work with Ballard Partners, including for clients such as Republic Services, Amazon and Uber, which have been in the crosshairs of the Justice Department.—
Taylor Giorno,
The Hill,
16 Jan. 2025
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The Commanders committed five turnovers — two interceptions — and finished with a season-worst minus-3 turnover margin.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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For 2025 and beyond, this means committing to leadership development, improving AI and tech skills, improving data literacy and monitoring labor costs.—
Jennifer Rozon,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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While the carefully orchestrated spatial plan enriches the home architecturally, Lee employed a layered, relaxed approach that adapts to how the clients want to live and function in their new surroundings.—
Troy J. McMullen,
Architectural Digest,
17 Jan. 2025
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But Ross employs his method to create a depth of subjectivity that matches Whitehead’s language, and an intense physicality that surpasses the familiar tropes of cinematic representation.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
17 Jan. 2025
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Around 58% of hiring managers said recent college graduates are unprepared for the workforce, according to a December survey from Intelligent, an online magazine focused on higher education.—
Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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Detailed policy and hiring programs had been negotiated and assembled.—
Benjamin Wallace-Wells,
The New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2025
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Replace your usual phone time with a non-techy substitute Rather than turning to another screen (a computer or TV, for instance) to fill the void, both experts recommend using those in-between moments to immerse yourself in a hobby that doesn’t rely on technology.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
19 Jan. 2025
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The festival is not just for film lovers but for people who want to be immersed in Black culture, including the arts, music, and poetry, Eaddy added.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Gary & Mary West Senior Wellness Center is a local San Diego organization that helps meet the basic needs of seniors living in downtown San Diego.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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While both countries plan to meet these targets through government borrowing and public sector cuts, there is skepticism in Lithuania about the feasibility of this goal.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Most recently, in the wake of the deadly Los Angeles County wildfires, Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley came under attack for her focus on DEI efforts in the department including recruiting a more diverse force.—
Nicquel Terry Ellis,
CNN,
22 Jan. 2025
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To solve the murder, Wolff must recruit the help of his estranged but highly lethal brother Brax.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Engage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engage. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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