entertain

Example Sentences

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“It has gorgeous views, huge bedrooms, perfect for someone who wants to entertain outside,” says Wilkinson.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“A writer who was devoted to bringing laughter to the world, Jessie’s life’s work will continue to entertain audiences for decades to come.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Here’s another law of social power: New Yorkers don’t entertain at home often.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

And with each 600-word essay I try to revitalize, I am reminded of our daily cultural choice: either to lean back and let technology entertain us, work for us, be us—or to live.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

She would go to parties and shoot flames out of her mouth to entertain everybody.

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore