as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
a list of entertaining things to do on a snow day
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as in regaling
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
entertain the kids while I go and prepare dinner
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as in considering
to give serious and careful thought to
have you ever entertained the thought that you could be wrong?
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as in having
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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Recent Examples of entertaining
Tim Grierson, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2026
For an especially entertaining peek behind the curtain of the Wellington polo world, check out the 2024 Netflix documentary Polo, which was filmed in Wellington.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
From the custom zippo lighters and iconic table lamps to our classic Avocado Louie, Chicken Pot Pie, truffle lasagna, and caviar macarons—the excitement to evolve those details year after year, while having fun entertaining 1,500 celebratory guests, was incredible.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
What Burry did in response is just one aspect of Adam McKay’s very entertaining multi-narrative drama, which could be seen as the origin story of the Great Recession.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2026
For an especially entertaining peek behind the curtain of the Wellington polo world, check out the 2024 Netflix documentary Polo, which was filmed in Wellington.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Martinez’s theatrics and play are a large part of what makes the reigning champions so compelling, and his sequel could be primed for another deep, entertaining run.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
From the custom zippo lighters and iconic table lamps to our classic Avocado Louie, Chicken Pot Pie, truffle lasagna, and caviar macarons—the excitement to evolve those details year after year, while having fun entertaining 1,500 celebratory guests, was incredible.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertaining
Adjective
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The singer co-directed the amusing and saucy video with Hannah Lux Davis; watch it below.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2026
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But the snakes also cause amusing distractions, as when python Fizzy periscopes up to get a better view of the class, and the class stops to observe him.—
Deena Prichep,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Robbie is at her finest when regaling Charli XCX or Jessie Ware and her mom about her clubbing days.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
12 Feb. 2026
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His father, a veteran of World War II, was a burial vault salesman and would often take Fitzpatrick with him on business trips, regaling him with tales of the city.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
23 Oct. 2025
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In an effort to allay whipsawing energy markets, Western powers are considering an International Energy Agency proposal for the largest-ever release of oil reserves.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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As a result, Chandra is good for a lot of things, but its limitations matter when considering those big questions above.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Bradbury said having an identity is key in this league, and likes the physical brand of football played in head coach Ben Johnson's offense.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Aiding a teenager slumped on the ground having a medical episode this month led to North Miami Beach officers learning that a Miami Gardens man had been raping her for at least the last two years — a discovery that her mother had long since made, authorities say.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Same fun format kids already love, just built on sourdough instead of white sandwich bread and served with a dip that adds protein rather than extra sugar.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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That look from Skenes, who won the National League Cy Young Award last season, is what led to the creation of some fun memes.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
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For groups debating between multiple post-match options, the convenience factor here stacks up well.—
Taylor Haught,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
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When Joe Carter connected off the Philadelphia Phillies’ Mitch Williams with the clinching home run, Gaston was studying a stat sheet, debating whether to use Darnell Coles to bat for Alfredo Griffin, the light-hitting, 36-year-old infielder on deck.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Sanchez dazzled over five innings, holding Korea to just two hits and a walk while striking out eight.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Stadium seating is perfectly enjoyable, but Sunday brunch is the place to be, with everyone who’s anyone enjoying a gourmet buffet and an up-close view of the match.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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As your host, Lizzie Burder makes for very enjoyable company, deftly mixing child-like enthusiasm with just enough frantic dread to convince you that this whole operation could turn dangerous at any moment.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Entertaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertaining. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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