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to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
the older girl amused her four-year-old sister at the family reunion by showing her off to all the relatives
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Recent Examples of amused
Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Nathanael said with his eyebrows raised and an amused look on his face.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 2 Apr. 2026
Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
In the restaurant, there is no dedicated children’s menu but meal requests can be made, and there are coloring books and activity packs to keep little ones amused.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
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Adjective
The kids on This Is a Gardening Show appear to be very amused by you.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Nathanael said with his eyebrows raised and an amused look on his face.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
Rodríguez González was particularly amused by the daily musical interlude.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
In the restaurant, there is no dedicated children’s menu but meal requests can be made, and there are coloring books and activity packs to keep little ones amused.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amused
Adjective
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Women in black hijabs and abayas, many wearing badges depicting Zahra’s smiling face, lined the streets as men prayed over her casket, placed outside the Husseiniya, a Shiite hall.—
Rania Abouzeid,
New Yorker,
21 May 2026
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As Thomas’ parents, Katina Smith and Bobby Thomas, unveiled their son’s smiling statue in the Broncos’ Ring of Fame Plaza last Sunday, as scores of his former teammates looked on in sadness and joy, Miller was 800 miles away in Dallas, gearing up for a game against the Cowboys.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Year-round programming adapts to the seasons, with both kids' and teen programs ensuring young travelers are entertained while adults relax with activities, spa treatments, or quiet meals.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Chicago Fire inflatables were set up on the pitch alongside all kinds of activities to keep kids entertained.—
Noel Brennan,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Many competitors on Wall Street were thus gleeful when Citadel’s main fund fell by fifty-five per cent during the 2008 global financial crisis.—
Gary Sernovitz,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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His penchant for unexpected painterly modes would consistently mark the artist’s practice, culminating in his recent and gleeful adoption of the iPad and his embrace of immersive digital art.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The excitement continued with a visit from none other than Indiana Jones played by Choco Clotfelter, who regaled the students with tales of the railroads, travel, and the founding of the Del Mar Fair.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Now regaled to one wall, the kitchen boasts even more counter space, as well as overhead cabinetry and an adjacent eating nook.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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The mood was jovial, and any banter between the English and Croatian partisans was playful.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 June 2026
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Live music and delicious drinks bolster the jovial atmosphere.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Keys got distracted by Sikoa and Knight took control.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Items Made of Quality Materials Stephanie Wells recommends not getting distracted by looking for a particular type of item while thrifting but instead keeping your eyes open to a number of quality materials.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Haim managed to put on a show that felt about 95% mirthful while still honoring the integrity of the new songs that dig emotionally deeper.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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There’s a mirthful sparkle to the crowd, guests and crew alike, especially apparent given our close quarters on the train.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Aug. 2024
Adjective
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Our leads will be abandoning the mean streets of New York City for merry old London.—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
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Starr and his band of merry men would deliver a 100-minute-plus show that was filled with 22 great tunes that most everyone in the house knew by heart.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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“Amused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amused. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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