entertain
Example Sentences
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When he’s not pretending to entertain Valerie’s writing, he’s refusing it altogether, treating her like someone whose time is a far less precious resource than his own.
From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026
Other brides ask to return their gowns, a request she doesn’t entertain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
"I've got three kids to entertain but I will keep an eye on the games," added Bowen.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
About five minutes into the fair, I realized I could entertain myself for probably the entire day by simply people watching.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
He would have to bring him from the trading post and entertain him until the judgment was given.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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