1
as in betrothals
the act or state of being engaged to be married
the fun couple recently announced their engagement
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2
as in dates
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 employments
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 engagements
In September 2025, an unverified social media post claiming BLACKPINK wouldn't renew their contract after the tour went viral, generating millions of engagements.
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Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Reviews and accolades in prior engagements have been enthusiastic, including nominations from the New York Outer Critics Circle and the New York Drama League for a run back east.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
Three narco-terrorists were reportedly killed on the first vessel, while those on the other two ships jumped out before follow-on engagements sank the vessels.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Speaking engagements, at companies and schools, delivered steady income.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 23 Jan. 2026
Most recently, culture guru Karamo Brown was a notable no-show for a series of press engagements on Tuesday, meant to promote the forthcoming season premiere.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Jan. 2026
Accommodating up to 30 guests, these parties have become a popular way to celebrate birthdays, engagements and other special occasions.
—Suzanne S. Brown, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026
The weekend outing was a personal moment for Kate ahead of some official royal engagements this week.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Following her cancer diagnosis in 2024, Kate Middleton has gradually returned to public duty and royal engagements.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Reviews and accolades in prior engagements have been enthusiastic, including nominations from the New York Outer Critics Circle and the New York Drama League for a run back east.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
Three narco-terrorists were reportedly killed on the first vessel, while those on the other two ships jumped out before follow-on engagements sank the vessels.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Speaking engagements, at companies and schools, delivered steady income.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 23 Jan. 2026
Most recently, culture guru Karamo Brown was a notable no-show for a series of press engagements on Tuesday, meant to promote the forthcoming season premiere.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Jan. 2026
Accommodating up to 30 guests, these parties have become a popular way to celebrate birthdays, engagements and other special occasions.
—Suzanne S. Brown, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026
The weekend outing was a personal moment for Kate ahead of some official royal engagements this week.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Following her cancer diagnosis in 2024, Kate Middleton has gradually returned to public duty and royal engagements.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for engagements
Noun
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However, digital save-the-dates are gaining traction for their speed, cost efficiency, and eco-friendly appeal.—
K.H. Koehler,
jsonline.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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First dates, blind dates, relationship coaching, speed dating, finding love, and breaking hearts — all of these common human experiences help to normalize an often misunderstood community.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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In addition to going pantsless for her rendezvous, Rihanna decided to repurposes a brown shaggy stole as a makeshift belt, wrapping the accessory around her waist and over her arms.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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To some, the set design may simply serve as a background to the romantic rendezvous, but to the very critical eyes of our editors, the decor prompted some strong reactions.—
Lauren Arzbaecher,
Architectural Digest,
12 Jan. 2026
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Micron did not respond Thursday to questions about how many workers Crucial employs and whether they will be laid off or land jobs elsewhere at the company.—
Darin Oswald,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Dec. 2025
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But the depth of struggles beyond that must prompt some broader questions about philosophy or the type of hitters Houston employs.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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Boquete’s medical clinics are well suited for routine appointments, minor injuries, basic emergency care, stitches, and other non-complex medical needs.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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At these appointments, a physician will analyze various metabolic markers, including your blood glucose, lipid profiles, and blood pressure.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Engagements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engagements. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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