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entertain

[en-ter-teyn] / ˌɛn tərˈteɪn /




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"There were many offers to drop the charges against me, but I did not entertain them," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The deal includes a go-shop period for Caesars to entertain competing offers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"This is one of the reasons why I do what I do, to make something you hope is going to entertain and give value for money," he said.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The industry saw a boost during the COVID-19 pandemic as people looked for ways to entertain themselves at home.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

To entertain her, I play my tambourine, and she claps her little hands.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar




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