amuse

Example Sentences

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The entire industry is an illusion: actors, dialogue, costumes, sets, editing, even the magic of performers appearing on small screens with a snap, like genies summoned to amuse.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2024

As his answers continued to confuse and amuse people, Orry finally said he never wanted to be asked what he did for a living again.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2023

The parrots’ main impact has been to amuse or annoy people during the raucous overflights of large flocks.

From National Geographic • Dec. 13, 2023

The lion, named Gjon, was rescued last year from a local restaurant where it was kept to amuse clients.

From Reuters • Nov. 25, 2023

“You’d better read it aloud. That will amuse us and keep you out of mischief,” said Amy in her most grown-up tone.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott