as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
a list of entertaining things to do on a snow day
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1
as in regaling
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
entertain the kids while I go and prepare dinner
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2
as in debating
to give serious and careful thought to
have you ever entertained the thought that you could be wrong?
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as in having
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 entertaining
Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
The 40-year-old was in the middle of his set when he was surprised by a guest who decided to make the show more entertaining — climbing on stage and throwing an arm around the singer.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Mar. 2025
With Love wants to be more than just a cooking show, though, aspiring to the higher form of entertaining mastered across media by Martha Stewart.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
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But the viewing experience could change Thursday at 4 p.m. when Brigham Young and Alabama take the court in Newark for what could be the most entertaining game of the entire tournament.
—Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
The 40-year-old was in the middle of his set when he was surprised by a guest who decided to make the show more entertaining — climbing on stage and throwing an arm around the singer.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
Given that Neon almost sold itself once before, is Quinn still entertaining offers?
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Mar. 2025
With Love wants to be more than just a cooking show, though, aspiring to the higher form of entertaining mastered across media by Martha Stewart.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertaining
Adjective
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Six books offer readers armchair travel, amusing characters, and a dash of history.—
Yvonne Zipp,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 Apr. 2025
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Thankfully, in the case of Mark, the reality proved to be something much more amusing.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Not for this year’s draft, unfortunately, but having 2026 and 2027 picks from an aging Lightning squad isn’t a bad bet at all.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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After having Dirk Nowitzki, a foreign superstar who stuck with the team for his entire career, the team was looking forward to another player following suit.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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This wooden and metal Happy Easter porch sign, on sale for $28.99 at Michael's, is carrot-shaped for a fun addition to your Easter decoration.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Part of the invitation design, and part of the idea of curating your event, also includes really fun attire recommendations.—
Maria Ward,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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While producers pondering where to set their next movie will surely be tempted, this does come at a time when those in Hollywood especially are desperate to bring production back to home shores.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Since then, hosts have included Jo Koy, who bombed, and Jerrod Carmichael, who gave an esoteric monologue pondering the value of his presence there.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This tiny spot has everything needed for relaxation—a pair of Adirondack chairs to lean back and reflect on the day and a tiny table for holding drinks and snacks.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Again, this man has been holding onto so much, and things have just been compacted for him.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The rule could have prevented the government from considering important health research in setting pollution limits.—
Eric Nost,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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Robert Saleh, former New York Jets head coach This might be the most popular hire among fans, considering that Saleh ran the 49ers’ 2019 defense, the unit the team has aspired to match ever since.—
Matt Barrows,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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More than half of Wall Street analysts maintain a hold rating on the stock, with nearly a third retaining a sell or underweight rating, according to FactSet.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
30 Dec. 2024
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The proposals call out warnings around discriminatory lawsuits like that of Starbucks, retaining a chief diversity officer position, and citing concern over Costco's unwavering commitment to equity.—
Simone E. Morris,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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As for that delightful scent McGuinness referenced?—
Victoria Moorhouse,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
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Inside the delightful Pasadena Showcase House of Design, where maximalism is in.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Entertaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertaining. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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