occasion
Example Sentences
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In normal circumstances, when American dignitaries come to Normandy for the anniversary to pay their respects, it’s a solemn but proud occasion.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
That promoted Red Bull's Isack Hadjar to the final podium position, ahead of McLaren's Oscar Piastri on the occasion of the team's 1,000th grand prix.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Even among international fans, there is special recognition of the Mexican goalkeeper due to his ability to rise to the occasion on the biggest stages.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Laura Peralta, a 46-year-old school councillor, had travelled from the southern region of Andalusia and would not have missed an occasion of "excitement, joy, faith and love" for the world.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
You had been invited to rise to the occasion of your life, and you had accepted and accepted and accepted and you would not stop now.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
Vocabulary lists containing occasion
English Words Derived from French, List 1
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Introducing Rhetoric: Using the "Available Means" (Chapter 1)
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Beowulf vocabulary
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