as in to interest
to hold the attention of
a puzzle will occupy that child for hours
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Recent Examples of occupy
The property occupies a sizable 6,600-square-foot lot.
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Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
The hearings will look at Israel’s obligations, both as a member of the United Nations and as an occupying power, toward the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).
—Eugenia Yosef and Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
Last spring, Harvard students protesting Israel's retaliatory attacks on Gaza occupied the university's central courtyard for 20 days and staged a 24-hour sit-in in another building.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
The Israeli Defense Forces now claim to occupy some 30% of Gaza territory.
—Lucien Bruggeman, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2025
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Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
The hearings will look at Israel’s obligations, both as a member of the United Nations and as an occupying power, toward the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).
—Eugenia Yosef and Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
Last spring, Harvard students protesting Israel's retaliatory attacks on Gaza occupied the university's central courtyard for 20 days and staged a 24-hour sit-in in another building.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
The Israeli Defense Forces now claim to occupy some 30% of Gaza territory.
—Lucien Bruggeman, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for occupy
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Terrible track in a city that has nothing that interests me.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Which extracurricular activities interest you most?—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
23 Apr. 2025
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His work involved securing software using AI to find and close any loopholes where someone could exploit a vulnerability in the code.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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She got involved with the company very early on and has been able to design the model, work on branding and influence the DNA of the company.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Traditional hiring relies on candidates applying to your company, but elite talent needs to be sought out, engaged and intrigued by a unique opportunity.—
Sarah D'Souza,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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TikTok users have been excited and intrigued by these pitches — seeing them as attempts to not only spit on Trump’s plan but expose fashion surcharges and save money on luxury goods.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2025
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When buprenorphine arrived in the U.S. in 2002, the country was immersed in what would later be categorized as the first wave of the opioid epidemic.—
Ethan Brooks,
The Atlantic,
23 Apr. 2025
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No shirt, spliff in hand, and totally in his element, Wiz made sure the crowd was fully immersed in his trippy world.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Felix Studios/Courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island Active guests will find plenty to busy themselves with, including opportunities to fish, kayak, paddleboard, and even scuba dive.—
Jason Chau,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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In addition to helping customers with their plant selections, Mejia also rings them up at the register and then busies herself with tidying and organizing the shop.—
Karla Marie Sanford,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
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Rather than being terrified or trying to kill her, Ravi is fascinated by her unusual condition.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 Apr. 2025
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Laura is particularly fascinated by all things aquatic, paleontology, nanotechnology, and exploring how science influences daily life.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
24 Apr. 2025
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Your knowledge, combined with a strategic LinkedIn profile, creates a combination that attracts ideal clients who value substance over style.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The small tubular blooms are produced in showy clusters that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2025
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He is known for his engaging storytelling and commitment to delivering impactful news coverage.—
Alecia Reid,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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Mercury Having worked as a biomedical research assistant in labs across three countries, Jenny excels at translating complex scientific concepts – ranging from medical breakthroughs and pharmacological discoveries to the latest in nutrition – into engaging, accessible content.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
2 May 2025
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“Occupy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occupy. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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