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occasion

[uh-key-zhuhn] / əˈkeɪ ʒən /






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The backdrop reflected the magnitude of the occasion, but not necessarily any tension.

From BBC

"India seem to intimidate Pakistan on the cricket field .. they are so much better in all facets of the game & such a better mentality of coping with the huge occasion."

From Barron's

Pickersgill says the numbers have grown to the point where Sunderland Strollers have fielded five women's teams on occasion, instead of struggling to just form one.

From BBC

Peruvian police often use the tactics, disguising their agents in elaborate costumes on occasions such as Valentine's Day, Halloween and Christmas.

From BBC

They have won three World Cups, two in the 20-over format and the 50-over competition in 2019, and on each occasion they lost at least once before going on to lift the trophy.

From BBC