as in interesting
to hold the attention of
a puzzle will occupy that child for hours
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Recent Examples of occupying
Only when measured does a particle behave like a particle, occupying a specific point in space.
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Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
Beyond the immediate energy supply crunch, this is a central question occupying government officials and investors gathering in Washington this week for the spring meetings of the World Bank and IMF.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Idaho’s first nuclear power plant may find a home in the Magic Valley, occupying a site slated for a wind farm as recently as last year.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026
The property has since been transformed into a modern, multiuse space, with WYSO occupying the lower floors, while Chappelle's offices will be based on the top floor.
—CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Mitan can sleep a total of 12 guests across six staterooms on the lower deck, with the full-beam owner’s suite occupying prime position on the main deck.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
The rapid, relentless, exponential expansion of the Universe took whatever entropy might have pre-existed within a specific region of space — occupying a certain volume of space — and inflated that volume to tremendous quantities.
—Big Think, 9 Apr. 2026
Nvidia and Supermicro were both founded in Silicon Valley in 1993, with each occupying different niches in the burgeoning tech industry.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
Plans also call for an acute rehabilitation department in the second East Campus’ west medical tower, occupying space that was unused at the time of purchase.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
Beyond the immediate energy supply crunch, this is a central question occupying government officials and investors gathering in Washington this week for the spring meetings of the World Bank and IMF.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Idaho’s first nuclear power plant may find a home in the Magic Valley, occupying a site slated for a wind farm as recently as last year.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 13 Apr. 2026
The property has since been transformed into a modern, multiuse space, with WYSO occupying the lower floors, while Chappelle's offices will be based on the top floor.
—CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Mitan can sleep a total of 12 guests across six staterooms on the lower deck, with the full-beam owner’s suite occupying prime position on the main deck.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
The rapid, relentless, exponential expansion of the Universe took whatever entropy might have pre-existed within a specific region of space — occupying a certain volume of space — and inflated that volume to tremendous quantities.
—Big Think, 9 Apr. 2026
Nvidia and Supermicro were both founded in Silicon Valley in 1993, with each occupying different niches in the burgeoning tech industry.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
Plans also call for an acute rehabilitation department in the second East Campus’ west medical tower, occupying space that was unused at the time of purchase.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for occupying
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Best Times to Visit for Good Weather Late spring through the summer is the best time to enjoy warm temperatures, perfect for immersing yourself in the stunning natural splendors of the Pacific Northwest.—
Scott Bay,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2026
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Frontman Dougy Mandagi relocated first to Berlin, immersing himself in electronic music, before returning to Indonesia.—
SPIN Staff,
SPIN,
2 Apr. 2026
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There’s familiarity there, but there’s also intriguing talent with Thompson.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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The likes of Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca and Roberto De Zerbi are intriguing new options, but none offer the combination of experience, tactical flexibility and past silverware than Tuchel, a manager who brings solidity in and out of possession.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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But when the real drama involving the pope is occurring thousands of miles and time zones away, being in the Vatican bubble is a somewhat jarring experience.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The evaluation follows a forensic audit completed in March 2025 that identified a $7 million fund involving insurance rebates, according to RSCCD Board President Phillip Yarbrough.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2026
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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.—
Glenn Peoples,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2025
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The song vamps where Railings used to weave and wind, its ever-busying rhythm section building tension atop its harmonic simplicity.—
Craig Heed,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
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Had Steve Smith been fit and available to play, then the 31-year-old would have been patrolling another part of the field; maybe busying himself in the covers, or chirping away from under a lid at short leg.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
21 Dec. 2025
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New products like Cheetos NKD and Doritos NKD, which have no artificial ingredients, and snacks with enhanced ingredients, like Smartfood FiberPop and Doritos Protein, are also attracting shoppers, the company said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The series appears to be attracting attention on streaming as well.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Occupying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occupying. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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