entertain
Example Sentences
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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
Outside, there are all manner of amenities to entertain even the most active of guests, including a swimming pool, a separate spa, a lit tennis court, and a dock.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 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
During our visit, Cletus didn’t pull out his old suitcase, didn’t entertain us with his usual stories of exaggeration and gossip.
From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant
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"Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" by Patrick Henry (1775)
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"The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet," Vocabulary from Act 3
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