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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
the challenging jigsaw puzzle engaged us all evening
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as in to commit
to obligate by prior agreement
we can't go to the dance because we're already engaged to attend a piano recital
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as in to employ
to provide with a paying job
the wealthy couple are looking to engage a handyman to take care of the estate
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as in to hire
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum
my sister and her boyfriend have engaged a chauffeured limousine for the prom
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Recent Examples of engage
In the past 10 years, the firm has engaged 25 technology companies and has delivered an average return of 20.60% versus 8.56% for the Russell 2000 over the same periods.
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2025
Exactly 250 years ago today, ragtag Patriot militias engaged British Army regulars at Lexington and Concord in what would become the first battle of the Revolutionary War, one against the tyranny of a single authority wantonly imposing his will on the public.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2025
The choice to include Kung Fu Kenny came as Gatorade seeks to engage its brand with younger audiences.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
In addition, democracy is served by having a citizenry that is able to engage freely and meaningfully in the content of their choosing.
—Michael Gregory, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2025
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 19 Apr. 2025
Exactly 250 years ago today, ragtag Patriot militias engaged British Army regulars at Lexington and Concord in what would become the first battle of the Revolutionary War, one against the tyranny of a single authority wantonly imposing his will on the public.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2025
The choice to include Kung Fu Kenny came as Gatorade seeks to engage its brand with younger audiences.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025
In addition, democracy is served by having a citizenry that is able to engage freely and meaningfully in the content of their choosing.
—Michael Gregory, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engage
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Employees can engage with opportunities that interest them, trying out new roles through short-term assignments before committing to a full career change.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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What interests me about associating Wilfried Zaha and Lewis Dunk with these fixtures is proof that both clubs continue to grow.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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Consumers face an overall average effective tariff rate of 28%, the highest since 1901, according to the Yale Budget Lab. Need a break?—
Bailey Schulz,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Read could face a maximum of life in prison if convicted.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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But McMillan was the Panthers’ headliner and sent a clear message that the organization is committed to helping its quarterback.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Republicans are committed to trillions in federal spending cuts, and Medicaid is appearing as a large target.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2025
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The company created huge plants in America employing thousands and pushing the envelope for the home team in the EV space.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Miller’s attorney, Joel Levine, told The Times that the FBI threw the book at his client as an overreaction to its mistake in keeping him employed.—
Christopher Goffard,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Since hiring French manager Wilfried Nancy in 2023, the Crew have been consistently pleasing to the eye.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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When evaluating an investment, Elliott also hires specialty and general management consultants, expert cost analysts and industry specialists.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
19 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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The Hall of Fame voting panel will meet May 20 in Charlotte and determine the Class of 2026.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2025
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In February 2024, Francis met with the trustees of the University of Notre Dame, a Catholic institution in Indiana.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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He's recruited by old friend Ruben (Javier Bardem) to join his underdog Formula 1 race team and tapped to mentor a rookie prodigy (Damson Idris).—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Bech became the sixth LSU WR that Joseph recruited in his five seasons in Baton Rouge picked in the top 60.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Engage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engage. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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