1
as in betrothal
the act or state of being engaged to be married
the fun couple recently announced their engagement
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2
as in appointment
an agreement to be present at a specified time and place
a lifelong practice of marking all of my engagements on a weekly calendar
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as in employment
the state of being provided with a paying job
his engagement as a caddie at the golf club was his first work experience
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Recent Examples of engagement
The Nets opened with a level of engagement missing a night earlier.
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C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
But in recent years, as American political debates have turned ever more into exhibits of vicious, mudslinging opposition rather than genuine ideological engagement, theater makers have gradually started to ask more pointed questions about the mixed legacy of this patriotic form.
—Talya Zax, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026
Beyond music, Colón was also known for his activism and civic engagement.
—Angelica Grullon, ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026
The rules of engagement established, there were no penalties in the second period — and no goals.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
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C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
But in recent years, as American political debates have turned ever more into exhibits of vicious, mudslinging opposition rather than genuine ideological engagement, theater makers have gradually started to ask more pointed questions about the mixed legacy of this patriotic form.
—Talya Zax, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026
Beyond music, Colón was also known for his activism and civic engagement.
—Angelica Grullon, ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026
The rules of engagement established, there were no penalties in the second period — and no goals.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engagement
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The pendant was believed to have been created in 1518 to celebrate the betrothal of Henry and Katherine’s daughter Mary to the French heir apparent.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
10 Feb. 2026
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Thus, Edward’s choice of ring sweetly honors the couple’s half-decade of dating before getting engaged, the joy of their betrothal, and their hope for their future together.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Hamidreza Azizi, a visiting fellow at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs, said Shamkhani’s appointment signals that Iran is preparing for the possibility of a US decapitation strike – potentially targeting the Supreme Leader himself.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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After getting two appointments right (Steve Cooper and Nuno Espirito Santo), Marinakis has reverted to type, with impulsive and erratic decision-making having undermined Forest’s campaign from the start.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The men, all aged between 20 and 39, had joined mercenary forces under the pretext of lucrative employment contracts, the government said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2026
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According to Opportunity Austin, the Facebook owner employs about 2,000 people in downtown offices but there have been several rounds of layoffs since that number was recorded and its current employment is unclear.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Feb. 2026
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As of Monday's close, Home Depot shares are down about 2% over the past year, but up about 10% year to date.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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The new episodes will feature new celebrities and books, which will be announced at a later date.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2026
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Dallas Figure Skating Club does not hire, employ, or supervise coaches.—
CBS Texas Staff,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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American treasure hunters—and Spanish researchers in their employ—had increasingly come seeking information that might lead to multimillion-dollar troves.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Clearly, little time has passed since season two’s secret rendezvous between Alicent and Rhaenyra, as the teaser opens with Rhaenyra telling her Team Black council about it.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
19 Feb. 2026
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If ambiance is as alluring as the food for your romantic rendezvous, this high-style seafood spot in downtown Milwaukee is for you.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Engagement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engagement. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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