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present participle of engage
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as in facing
to enter into contest or conflict with the daring young captain was eager to engage the enemy

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as in committing
to obligate by prior agreement we can't go to the dance because we're already engaged to attend a piano recital

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as in hiring
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum my sister and her boyfriend have engaged a chauffeured limousine for the prom

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However, some toys are designed to boost your child's learning in natural and engaging ways, from teaching them shapes to introducing the fundamentals of music to expanding their vocabulary. Ashley Ziegler, Parents, 12 Oct. 2024 Sound quality Sound quality is crucial for an engaging workout experience. Jordan Galloway, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024 Visiting the Port Isabel Lighthouse helped remove some of my creative blocks, as new and engaging experiences often do. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024 Using breakout rooms for virtual sessions or finding intentional ways to gather in person can make learning more accessible and engaging. 3. Dave Barnett, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for engaging 

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“Engaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engaging. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

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