- present participle of entertain.
entertaining
Example Sentences
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Like many of the survivors he is committed to helping others, in this instance by entertaining the camp's children.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
Wildcard Dart made sure that fans with tickets for the show court were not disappointed as she forced a deciding set against the world number 31 in an entertaining two-and-a-half hour display.
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
That would be highly entertaining, so let’s hope so.
From Slate • Jun. 27, 2026
The easier access comes in handy when he’s entertaining.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
A prominent Rochester minister, Reverend Strong, was entertaining visitors from out of town.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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