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as in entertained
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
the older girl amused her four-year-old sister at the family reunion by showing her off to all the relatives
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Recent Examples of amused
Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Facebook users appeared to enjoy the video, with several people leaving amused comments.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 28 Oct. 2024
Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Liam Gallagher isn’t amused by Saturday Night Live‘s take on his tumultuous relationship with brother Noel.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
The video, which was shared to the platform on September 30, has been viewed more than 15.2 million times, sparking amused comments from viewers worldwide.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Facebook users appeared to enjoy the video, with several people leaving amused comments.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 28 Oct. 2024
Verb
Still, Kim seemed amused by his label’s popularity in China.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Liam Gallagher isn’t amused by Saturday Night Live‘s take on his tumultuous relationship with brother Noel.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amused
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But boy do these young guys want to be entertained!Tony Peters, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Verna, for one, imagined that the long, actionless stretches between football plays could be filled with clips of moments that had just transpired from different camera angles, keeping viewers entertained and engaged with the game.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
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The resulting romantic and criminological twists are matched by the gleeful energy of the cast, headed by Glen Powell and Adria Arjona. 12.Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 5 Dec. 2024
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There was gleeful surprise among the Newcastle fanbase when Saturday’s teamsheet confirmed the 26-year-old would wear the armband, yet Guimaraes’ promotion makes sense.Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 21 Aug. 2024
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In any case, we will not be distracted, delayed or deterred in our efforts to obtain a new trial for Danny Masterson.Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
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Russia, distracted by its war in Ukraine, failed to provide back-up.John Feffer, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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During the festive meal, guests started singing at the top of their lungs and dancing along to the lively tunes of the Juke Joints from ALR Music, a roaming band that kept the mood jovial and energetic throughout dinner.Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024
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Comfortable in front of the camera, the two actors make the ludicrous proceedings jovial enough.Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
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Whether you’re drawn to a whimsical Fair Isle pattern or want something a bit more merry and bright, there’s a Walmart ugly Christmas sweater out there for you.Shea Simmons, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Whether for a grand occasion like a wedding or a simpler celebration like a kid’s birthday party, there’s no denying the joy that comes with a thoughtful piece of paper that’s been stuffed into an envelope, stamped, and sent on its merry, snail-mail way.Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
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Bundle up and get ready to enjoy a jolly season this December, this month is packed with holiday celebrations.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
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He’s even currently being beaten by another one of his own jolly tracks.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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In the book, the cynical green character successfully steals Christmas from his cheerful neighbors in Whoville — with help from his pet dog Max — and learns the true meaning of Christmas along the way.Athena Sobhan, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The days leading up to Christmas are some of the most special—when our homes are filled with twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and the cozy, unmistakable feeling of holiday magic.Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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He’s bid a tearful, jocular farewell by Tenax and has a massive turnout at his funeral; none of these people know the first thing about him, really.Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 18 July 2024
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Castle's tone here is more openly jocular than Whale's original, which chose a satirical approach over a parodic one.Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Amused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amused. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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