as in amused
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as in regaled
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
entertain the kids while I go and prepare dinner
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as in pondered
to give serious and careful thought to
have you ever entertained the thought that you could be wrong?
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as in had
to keep in one's mind or heart
I don't entertain the hope of ever getting a girl like that to go out with me
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Recent Examples of entertained
Tony Peters, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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
The British actress, who has won a Golden Globe Award, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, as well a nomination for an Academy Award and four BAFTA Film Awards nominations, entertained the crowd for more than an hour and provided deep industry insights.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
Airbnb is hosting a real-life Gladiator experience at the Colosseum, and locals are not entertained.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
The show invites everyone to come, be entertained, and reflect on finding more acceptance, kindness, and love in the world.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
With all the accolades Wax and McCollum hope that after seeing Six people not only leave entertained but see some of its messages.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
This Christmas give your child a gift that will keep them entertained for hours and beyond.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
College football fans are engaged and entertained during the biggest rivalry week of the year as teams push for the new 12-team playoff, conference titles and bowl games.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Verb
But boy do these young guys want to be entertained!
—Tony Peters, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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
The British actress, who has won a Golden Globe Award, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, as well a nomination for an Academy Award and four BAFTA Film Awards nominations, entertained the crowd for more than an hour and provided deep industry insights.
—Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
Airbnb is hosting a real-life Gladiator experience at the Colosseum, and locals are not entertained.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
The show invites everyone to come, be entertained, and reflect on finding more acceptance, kindness, and love in the world.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
With all the accolades Wax and McCollum hope that after seeing Six people not only leave entertained but see some of its messages.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
This Christmas give your child a gift that will keep them entertained for hours and beyond.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
College football fans are engaged and entertained during the biggest rivalry week of the year as teams push for the new 12-team playoff, conference titles and bowl games.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertained
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The short clip has been viewed more than 1.2 million times to date, sparking amused comments from viewers.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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The amused Russian soldiers watching the bike-BMP duo work its way across a field within range of Ukrainian weapons even gave the brave—or foolish—cyclist a nickname.David Axe, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Galliano’s cultural impact and technical and inventive Margiela creations have had a halo effect on the brand as a whole, Margiela parent company OTB’s founder and chairman Renzo Rosso told Vogue Business in a recent interview.Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Still, the company had little trouble finding takers for the 349 copies to be made.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Among leaders, communication is considered a cornerstone of success.Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Overwintering sites in those areas are considered essential to the conservation of the species.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The announcement came at a celebration of the Endowment’s 100th anniversary held at the Bank of America Corporate Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In 2004, the Defense Advanced Research Projects agency (DARPA) held the Grand Challenge, a 150 mile course in the Mojave desert to spur development of autonomous vehicles.Gustavo Castillo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, such a step is contemplated by four countries, for the Taliban’s violations of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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With both Liv and Nia laid out, Tiffany Stratton pulled out her Money in the Bank briefcase and contemplated a cash-in.Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Wofford said that in addition to strong winds and low humidity, the amount of moisture retained by local plants contributes to wildfire conditions.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Two-star restaurants Oriole and Ever retained their status, with Moody Tongue dropping to one star.Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
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For Pearce, the experience remains one of his most cherished.Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
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Every day is a gift to be unwrapped and cherished.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
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During the latter inferno, which destroyed 1,600 structures from Westlake Village to Malibu, the school’s policy was questioned and criticized.Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Some students on the campus questioned the university policy.Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Entertained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertained. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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