engages (in)

verb

present tense third-person singular of engage (in)
as in works (at)

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  1. practices
  2. brings about
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  • In real life, Jammwal also practices the Indian martial art Kalaripayattu.
    — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Matiscik injured his left shoulder early in the game, and the Jaguars turned to Hamilton, who practices snapping a few times every week.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026
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  • What’s more, Sorrell notes that carbs are also the only macronutrient that contain fiber (a large russet brings about four grams if eaten skin-on).
    — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Poetry is a form that relies on—or brings about—the failure of language.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026
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“Engages (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engages%20%28in%29. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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