as in to fascinate
to be thought about or worried about by (someone) very often or constantly
The question of life after death has preoccupied many philosophers.
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Recent Examples of preoccupy
In addition to potentially occupying southern Lebanon while the U.S. is preoccupied with an election, Israel could also force the next U.S. president to confront a regional conflict that also involves Iran, experts say.
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Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 4 Oct. 2024
Even before the birth of the first test-tube baby, conservative thinkers were distinctly preoccupied with what IVF might do to the structure of the American family.
—Kristen V. Brown, The Atlantic, 26 Sep. 2024
Many are aware of AI’s potential but are preoccupied with their current operations.
—Allbusiness, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
Human beings are too inward-looking and preoccupied with things that aren’t important.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 6 Sep. 2024
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Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 4 Oct. 2024
Even before the birth of the first test-tube baby, conservative thinkers were distinctly preoccupied with what IVF might do to the structure of the American family.
—Kristen V. Brown, The Atlantic, 26 Sep. 2024
Many are aware of AI’s potential but are preoccupied with their current operations.
—Allbusiness, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
Human beings are too inward-looking and preoccupied with things that aren’t important.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 6 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for preoccupy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preoccupy
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But then, obviously, people were fascinated by the religion side of it too.Claire Carusillo, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
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Carvana Retail investors are fascinated by Carvana, which sells used cars online and delivers them from buildings that resemble giant vending machines.John Dorfman, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Engage in networking events, exhibits or activities that interest you.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Then, make your first cash wager on any market of the game that interests you.David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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They’re intrigued by the rise and fall of President Biden.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 1 Nov. 2024
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For those who are less intrigued by experiential gifts, high-end electronics like Apple AirPods or a new big screen TV (hello, football season) are popular picks.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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Brace for Impact Schmitt’s getting caught in a storm might have been a red herring to distract us from a bigger tragedy ahead. endings Yesterday at 3:37 p.m.Joe Reid, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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The result is a work environment where people are distracted, stressed or even fearful of speaking their minds.Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
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The property occupies a sizable 8,309-square-foot lot.Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, the middle ground is occupied by a dense congeries of concise rectilinear marks that divide the plane into rough triangular zones.Barry Schwabsky, ARTnews.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Preoccupy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preoccupy. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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