entertain
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"This is one of the reasons why I do what I do, to make something you hope is going to entertain and give value for money," he said.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
The women refused to entertain this theory: “No way.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
But after initial missteps that confused markets, Powell’s press conferences got more scripted and he became less willing to entertain questions from reporters on broader economic topics than interest-rate policy.
From MarketWatch • May 10, 2026
There’ll be plenty to entertain in between cheering, even if you’re just a spectator, and the real party starts afterward, anyway, with a DJ, food and drinks, and rubbing elbows with fellow and superstar participants.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
Felix tried to pass the two hours by reading, while Benji tried to entertain everyone by offering to do stupid tricks for money.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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