engage in
phrasal 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.
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Instead, multiple 72-inch interior screens allow nine passengers the choice of enjoying the view outside via cameras embedded along the exterior, engaging in a video conference, or watching entertainment in a surround-sound environment.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2025
Sweeney stopped wearing her engagement ring in February after the couple got engaged in 2022.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025
An Israel Defense Forces official asserted that Israel did not violate the ceasefire agreement because, under the deal, the military is permitted to strike targets actively engaged in terrorism.
—CBS News, 13 Dec. 2025
What Not to Do Spending quality time with your child, engaging in activities, and praising good behavior are all actionable ways to give your child more attention.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 13 Dec. 2025
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2025
Sweeney stopped wearing her engagement ring in February after the couple got engaged in 2022.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025
An Israel Defense Forces official asserted that Israel did not violate the ceasefire agreement because, under the deal, the military is permitted to strike targets actively engaged in terrorism.
—CBS News, 13 Dec. 2025
What Not to Do Spending quality time with your child, engaging in activities, and praising good behavior are all actionable ways to give your child more attention.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 13 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for engage in
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“Engage in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engage%20in. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.
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