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as in regaled
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
entertain the kids while I go and prepare dinner
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2
as in pondered
to give serious and careful thought to
have you ever entertained the thought that you could be wrong?
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as in had
to keep in one's mind or heart
I don't entertain the hope of ever getting a girl like that to go out with me
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as in amused
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Recent Examples of entertained
Giana Levy, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The production draws on a long history of curiosity amusements in which people looked to be entertained by viewing others with unusual or non-normative bodies, especially in nineteenth-century Western circus and dime museums.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
Anna DeGuzman started practicing magic as a way to keep herself entertained as a kid.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
For decades, their work has entertained audiences worldwide, and their artistry is unmatched.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
Republicans have refused to entertained negotiations on health care policy, arguing the health care subsidies should be debated by Congress after the shutdown is over.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Whatever the case, those watching Zeena’s behavior on the clip were undoubtedly entertained by her response to the situation.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
For guests with children in tow, a tortilla-making class (without knives or an open flame) will keep the whole family entertained and satiated.
—AFAR Media, 23 Oct. 2025
Lately, Braum’s has entertained properties in Lawrence and Topeka.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
These are heavy topics in a time when people just want to watch the show and be entertained.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The production draws on a long history of curiosity amusements in which people looked to be entertained by viewing others with unusual or non-normative bodies, especially in nineteenth-century Western circus and dime museums.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
Anna DeGuzman started practicing magic as a way to keep herself entertained as a kid.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
For decades, their work has entertained audiences worldwide, and their artistry is unmatched.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
Republicans have refused to entertained negotiations on health care policy, arguing the health care subsidies should be debated by Congress after the shutdown is over.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Whatever the case, those watching Zeena’s behavior on the clip were undoubtedly entertained by her response to the situation.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
For guests with children in tow, a tortilla-making class (without knives or an open flame) will keep the whole family entertained and satiated.
—AFAR Media, 23 Oct. 2025
Lately, Braum’s has entertained properties in Lawrence and Topeka.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertained
Verb
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Her husband seemed amused by her confusion.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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The October 19 post has received numerous comments, with viewers amused by the golden retriever’s dramatic response.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Athletic’s Mike Jones recently wondered if Miami had to go on a postseason run to save McDaniel’s job, and CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz pondered during the Chiefs-Raiders game whether there would soon be news out of Miami.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Charles Lee pondered his answer for a split second.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Upstairs, the primary bedroom had its own balcony with expansive views of the Caribbean Sea and the pool.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Schumer wore a short Miu Miu button-down shirt dress and black heels — and the comments had kind words for her fitness progress.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Like his Washington, Bargatze’s Farnsworth regaled a trio of underlings (SNL cast members Bowen Yang, Mikey Day, and James Austin Johnson) with ridiculous yet accurate predictions for the future, in this case of TV.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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Appel also regaled the audience with his strategy that resulted in Springsteen getting on the cover of both Time and Newsweek.—
Caryn Rose,
Variety,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Both downtown Janesville and the city's south side are considered food deserts due to a lack of accessible grocery stores with affordable, fresh produce options.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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The chance of precipitation is less than 20%, which is considered a slight chance.—
Cheryl Vari,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The rapper, who pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center since he was arrested in September 2024.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Disney has contemplated some intriguing twists for the NFL extravaganza.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
22 Oct. 2025
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This has been long-contemplated in American literature.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Sarah retained her Duchess of York title following her divorce.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Under the deal, Microsoft has gained a 27% stake and retained access to OpenAI’s technology through 2032, including any AGI models verified by an independent panel.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Entertained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertained. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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