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[en-gey-jing] / ɛnˈgeɪ dʒɪŋ /


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Elsewhere, the Kuwaiti military said its air defences were engaging "hostile aerial targets".

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

While hosting “Scientific American Frontiers,” Alda noticed some scientists he interviewed would go into lecture mode when the camera was rolling, but were more engaging in natural conversation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Ma’s greatest challenge, which he meets with wonderful musicianship, is to make Negrón’s engaging melodies, grand swaths of arpeggios, and simple patterns alluring.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

It’s just not that uncommon or difficult to go through life without engaging in these kinds of morally suspect behaviors.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

“Other teachers report that the boy is modest, likable, and reasonably talented. Personally, I find him an engaging child.”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling




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