occasions 1 of 2

noun

Definition of occasionsnext
plural of occasion
1
as in times
a particular point at which an event takes place on that occasion, I didn't actually meet your father

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Relevance
2
as in opportunities
a favorable combination of circumstances, time, and place the substitute violinist rose to the occasion and performed the piece beautifully

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3
as in causes
someone or something responsible for a result the missing money proved to be the occasion of much strife between the two brothers

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4
as in events
something that happens weddings are generally happy occasions

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occasions

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of occasion
as in prompts
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) the announcement concerning the change in scheduling occasioned much confusion

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for occasions
  1. times
  2. opportunities
  3. events
  4. moments
  5. things
  6. circumstances
  7. brings
  8. creates
Noun
  • Pesto’s fame quickly spread after a public gender reveal, and he was viewed close to two billion times on social media.
    Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Several times during the episode, Viall brought up that Baldoni hired the same crisis PR team that Johnny Depp hired during his defamation case against Amber Heard.
    Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of times
Noun
  • The program provides participants opportunities to express their emotions and fears, working with professional organizations to facilitate deep sessions that help members process these feelings.
    Hessie Jones, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Open communication, explainable models, and opportunities for employee input create a culture where employees truly see AI as an ally and not a threat.
    Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of opportunities
Noun
  • Broken down by regions of the state, the lights trail highlights lighting ceremonies and public displays and events.
    Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Cincinnati police will step in when heavy traffic is expected in the Downtown areas, particularly when events are scheduled.
    Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of events
Noun
  • The writing is clever, the plot twists abound, the characters are fully drawn, and there are plenty of humorous and heartfelt moments to break up the main action.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This collaboration, featuring Martin’s artwork All the Time, celebrates the simplicity of pen-to-paper moments in a digital world.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of moments
Noun
  • So certain things that would kill in a room are a disservice to the audience.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Dec. 2024
  • As the company has seen, things may be volatile at times.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of things
Noun
  • There are some mitigating circumstances, including the exit of Slot’s predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, in May.
    Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The owner does have the theoretical option to try to convince a court that building expenses or other circumstances justify a higher rent increase, but few owners will go to the trouble or expense.
    Joshua Stein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of circumstances
Verb
  • Reporting Deadline Which brings us back to the role of the individual.
    Roger Trapp, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • There is a notion of qualified immunity for federal officials, and especially prosecutors, from being sued for their official acts, but this would be unlikely to apply when a federal official brings legal proceedings knowingly and maliciously to seek retribution.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of brings
Verb
  • Its mission is helping solar scientists better understand the sun, whose magnetized material creates solar wind in the solar system.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Decluttering creates space for focus and innovation.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of creates
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