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as in causes
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 events
something that happens
weddings are generally happy occasions
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as in prompts
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 occasions
Patricia S York, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
Social occasions might suddenly change.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
The dress is available in a range of solid colors and floral patterns that can be kept casual with flats or dressed up for a number of occasions—the floral patterns would be perfect for spring wedding guest looks.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
During a news conference last week, police said Van Rootselaar was apprehended on different occasions under the Mental Health Act, which in British Columbia allows police to apprehend someone experiencing a mental health crisis that may need treatment.
—Lauren Fichten, CBS News, 15 Feb. 2026
Oklahoma led by double digits on three separate occasions, but each time Alabama cut the deficit down to four points or less.
—ABC News, 15 Feb. 2026
Perhaps a new rule enforcing base coaches to stay in their boxes will limit the practice, but the Bombers, a bit obvious in their approach, benefitted from tipping on several occasions last season, including some instances against Toronto during the regular season and postseason.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2026
Of course, there have been previous occasions.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
That is, former Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak and his wife, Nili Priel, who appear to have stayed in the building on a number of occasions.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 13 Feb. 2026
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Chocolate Ganache smoothed between layers of rich chocolate cake topped with Praline Frosting and a warm Bourbon Glaze make this recipe fit for special occasions.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
Social occasions might suddenly change.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
The dress is available in a range of solid colors and floral patterns that can be kept casual with flats or dressed up for a number of occasions—the floral patterns would be perfect for spring wedding guest looks.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
During a news conference last week, police said Van Rootselaar was apprehended on different occasions under the Mental Health Act, which in British Columbia allows police to apprehend someone experiencing a mental health crisis that may need treatment.
—Lauren Fichten, CBS News, 15 Feb. 2026
Oklahoma led by double digits on three separate occasions, but each time Alabama cut the deficit down to four points or less.
—ABC News, 15 Feb. 2026
Perhaps a new rule enforcing base coaches to stay in their boxes will limit the practice, but the Bombers, a bit obvious in their approach, benefitted from tipping on several occasions last season, including some instances against Toronto during the regular season and postseason.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2026
Of course, there have been previous occasions.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
That is, former Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak and his wife, Nili Priel, who appear to have stayed in the building on a number of occasions.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for occasions
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Though Steele wrote to Epstein another four times in the first half of 2018, Epstein apparently did not reply.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Stars use fusion to generate hundreds of times the energy stored even gravitationally.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
16 Feb. 2026
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Guests are invited to tour the oyster farm before a tasting menu at the O Bar, and there are plenty of other opportunities to sample these salty delicacies across the three other restaurants.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 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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This combination of an unstable base below a thick layer of unconsolidated fresh snow is one of the most dangerous causes of snow avalanches in the mountains, Swain says.—
Tom Metcalfe,
Scientific American,
18 Feb. 2026
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The city said some of the causes for high bills are things like a running toilet , leaking faucets, Refrigerator/ice-maker line leak, washing machine hose leaks , irrigation leaks , pool filling, and pressure washing.—
Ted Scouten,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Scattered throughout the 1,300 acres are various artwork and sculptures, and in summer the park hosts concerts and events against the stunning mountain backdrop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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During such events, the public is generally allowed to visit the Capitol and pay their respects.—
MATT BROWN,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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That sort of spacing usually prompts a team to go with five starting pitchers and eight men in the bullpen.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The caution prompts most of the field to head down pit road to fuel up.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Feb. 2026
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There will almost certainly be more of these moments this week, as some of the biggest names in AI take to the stage at the AI Impact Summit in India.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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Entertainment Weekly spoke with Simpsons co-showrunner Matt Selman to discuss the guest stars, Easter eggs, and key moments in the historic 800th episode.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Feb. 2026
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But fans remain hopeful, especially as Team USA’s men’s hockey team — which has advanced to the knockout stage — prepares for a critical matchup today that could determine their medal chances.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Research shows being tapped into a social network increases the chances that people do health-supportive behaviors, like go to the gym, eat a balanced diet, and steer clear of smoking and drug use—all of which can add up to a longer life.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
19 Feb. 2026
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Every nation, every culture, really has its own reasons for commemorating the past.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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Denver officials cited national media attention and tourism in Green Mountain Falls as reasons for downtown Denver to embrace the sculptures.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Occasions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occasions. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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