as in to interest
to hold the attention of
a puzzle will occupy that child for hours
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Recent Examples of occupy
The troops now occupy the Syrian side of Mt. Hermon, a strategic site that affords whoever holds it a view of Damascus.
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Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
On Monday, Netanyahu said that Israel would occupy the summit of Mount Hermon, which is within the buffer zone on the Syria-Lebanon border, and at 9,232 feet is the highest peak in the eastern Mediterranean coast.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Adults occupy the upstairs, and children (roughly ages 8-13) enjoy themselves in the basement, with frequent parental supervision.
—Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
Brown occupies a curious position in the vast industry of college football—both at the center of it and incidental to the massive changes wrought by conference realignment.
—Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2024
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Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
On Monday, Netanyahu said that Israel would occupy the summit of Mount Hermon, which is within the buffer zone on the Syria-Lebanon border, and at 9,232 feet is the highest peak in the eastern Mediterranean coast.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Adults occupy the upstairs, and children (roughly ages 8-13) enjoy themselves in the basement, with frequent parental supervision.
—Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
Brown occupies a curious position in the vast industry of college football—both at the center of it and incidental to the massive changes wrought by conference realignment.
—Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for occupy
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Go online and virtually visit locations that interest you to determine where your wanderlust hunger takes you.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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Some members remain for discounts and access to resources, products, and services that interest them.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 1 Dec. 2024
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Inclusive leadership involves creating an environment where everyone's voice is valued and respected, despite obstacles such as stress, speed and lack of mindfulness.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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So obviously that involves directing, writer-directing, on my part.Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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Until then, buyers in this segment will likely be intrigued by the K4’s exterior design, advanced tech, and premium cabin.Karl Brauer, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Infielder Cam Smith, the Cubs’ first-round pick last season, is a name that intrigues Astros officials.Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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At the same time, we were both deeply immersed in this building of a social impact organization and all the trials and tribulations shared through that on a daily basis.Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
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The team fully immersed themselves in the island traditions and the use of Samoan and Pacific Islander language.Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
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Sheltering at the Iron Horse In Hot Springs, a river town of 520 residents at the confluence of Spring Creek and the French Broad, Connor Goss busied himself with canceling reservations at the Iron Horse Station and processing refunds.Chris Kenning, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
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So how can busy parents make creativity a part of daily life for their children?Mia Taylor, Parents, 1 Aug. 2024
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Fishing for microbes For years, Irene Salinas has been fascinated by a simple physiological fact: The distance between the nose and the brain is quite small.Yasemin Saplakoglu, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
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Gates said he was fascinated by her retelling of the upheaval during the 1960s, all seen through her own eyes as the wife of an aide to both John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson during their respective time in the Oval Office.Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2024
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Many non-Muslim tourists make their way to the Blue Mosque each year, much in the way stunning churches in Europe attract non-Christians too.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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The film has attracted prominent supporters, among them actress Kerry Washington and philanthropist Jessica Seinfeld, who joined the project as executive producers.Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
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Rather than launching into a pitch for your product or service, engage your customers in conversation, ask them their names and then call them by their names.Stephanie Coultress O'Neill, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The slang phrase refers to a temporary loss of ambition, drive and the desire to engage, create and consume.Samantha Conti, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Occupy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occupy. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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