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as in cause
someone or something responsible for a result
the missing money proved to be the occasion of much strife between the two brothers
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as in event
something that happens
weddings are generally happy occasions
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as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the announcement concerning the change in scheduling occasioned much confusion
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Recent Examples of occasion
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
The occasion of Ramón Laureano being in yet another spot in the order in Monday’s 7-5 Cactus League victory over the Milwaukee Brewers provided an opportunity to talk about the Padres’ purported lineup length.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Dec. 2025
But with wind, only the effects of its occurrence are ever visible — the ripples on the river water, the waving motion of tree branches, the dust devils rising up from the sides of a desert dune, the dishevelment of clothes occasioned by a particularly violent gust.
—Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Nossek filled in as interim manager on occasion but never cared to manage full time.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
The occasion of Ramón Laureano being in yet another spot in the order in Monday’s 7-5 Cactus League victory over the Milwaukee Brewers provided an opportunity to talk about the Padres’ purported lineup length.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Verb
The casting of new pro Jan Ravnik for the recent season 34 occasioned a classic Maks-ism that harkened back to his time on the show.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Dec. 2025
But with wind, only the effects of its occurrence are ever visible — the ripples on the river water, the waving motion of tree branches, the dust devils rising up from the sides of a desert dune, the dishevelment of clothes occasioned by a particularly violent gust.
—Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for occasion
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Data discipline allows organizations to connect real-time industrial conditions to enterprise workflows, making sure decisions are based on trustworthy and contextual information.—
William Jones,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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In the 2010s, as private companies like Arianespace and SpaceX came to the forefront, launch costs dropped to below $10,000 per kg for the first time.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
24 Feb. 2026
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And, conversely, what new opportunities are emerging for Israel’s creative growth?—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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When federal policy creates an opportunity to bring additional resources into a state’s education ecosystem, leaders would be foolish to ignore it.—
Susana A. Mendoza,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Honeycutt, of Moms Across America, noted that Kennedy’s role in lawsuits against Monsanto showed his clear support for MAHA causes.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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The cause of death is currently undetermined and under investigation by police.—
Jack Perry,
The Providence Journal,
20 Feb. 2026
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Load levels, temperatures, events, alarm histories, battery status and more are all monitored in real-time, and once any measured parameter strays outside of normal levels, the urgency of an onsite intervention can be quantified and acted upon.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
24 Feb. 2026
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Regular attendees noticed the effect of a denser Fall/Winter schedule compared to previous seasons, and there were multiple dinners and cocktail events taking place each night.—
Maliha Shoaib,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The dragon is said to scare away bad spirits and bring good luck.—
Staff report,
Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The brand has done that by bringing its key features—Art Deco architecture, innovative dining, a grand ballroom, the Peacock Alley lounge where guests gather at all times of the day—and infusing them with an unmistakably Japanese spirit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Denis Bouanga’s second hat trick in CONCACAF play and Son Heung-min’s four goal contributions (three assists) in his Champions Cup debut were among the many moments that prompted Burbara to view LAFC as if the club arrived from another dimension.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
24 Feb. 2026
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The Blue Owl episode may ultimately serve as a learning moment for the industry, Walters added.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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Santa Margarita never had a chance.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Shoppers can also enter the Product of the Year sweepstakes for a chance to win a collection of this year’s winners.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
20 Feb. 2026
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Last week, Andrew spent his first birthday as a commoner in circumstances as degraded as earlier celebrations had been grand.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
21 Feb. 2026
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Banchero must evolve from emerging star into nightly force, independent of circumstances.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Occasion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occasion. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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