ENGAGE IN Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

engage (in)

verb

Definition of engage (in)

as in to work (at)

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There's a decision tree on how to use DBT skills to resolve conflict, for example, and an infographic on how to practice mindfulness.

— Malaka Gharib, NPR, 20 July 2026
Things like air filters, cycling air in buildings and cars, checking window seals, stocking up on face masks, and keeping vigilant on medical needs and medicines are all things people need to pay attention to and practice.

— Anjalee Khemlani, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of practice

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Different types of caregiving relationships can also bring about unique challenges.

— Minakshi Raj, The Conversation, 24 July 2026
Within 15 years of its ratification, for example, the court had issued two decisions narrowing the amendment’s application, helping to bring about a century of racial segregation in southern states.

— Scott Baldauf, Christian Science Monitor, 22 July 2026

Definition of bring about

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Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said the system is expected to become fully operational within 35 months, with at least 25 percent of production to be carried out by Greek industry.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
The project was carried out by a collaborative team of 25, more than half of them Kenyan.

— Raul Roman, NPR, 25 July 2026

Definition of carry out

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An offseason conversation with Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes helped Skubal solidify his decision to play in the WBC.

— Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The Panthers also have veterans like Chau Smith-Wade, Robert Rochell and special teams ace Akayleb Evans to lean on.

— Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026

Definition of ace

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The more interesting question is whether the breaks will be implemented at the 2027 Women’s World Cup, which will be played in the Brazilian winter; and/or in club competitions around the world.

— Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
During that time, House Speaker Mike Johnson is aiming to secure more defense funding, advance the president's election-integrity bill, implement a stock-trading ban for lawmakers and extend federal funding beyond the November election.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 20 July 2026

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