engage in

verb

engaged in; engaging in; engages in

1

: to do (something)

At college she engaged in various sports.

We don't engage in that sort of behavior.

2

: to cause (someone) to take part in (something)

She engaged him in conversation.

Examples of engage in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In a series of videos posted across social media, Basabe can be seen raising his voice, holding his cellphone in people’s faces and engaging in tense conversations while campaigning. — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026

While its megacap rivals are currently engaged in a relentless, capital-intensive arms race to outspend one another on infrastructure, Apple's relatively low capex stands out as a testament to its disciplined capital allocation. — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

Over the course of the two days, participants will engage in industry discussions, hands-on training, mentorship and networking. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026

Parks workers who don't comply with the new policy could face discipline, officials said, adding, the policy also instructs them to not engage in any verbal or physical altercations with ICE agents. — Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Rhymes for engage in

• cajun
• contagion