as in interesting
to hold the attention of
the video game busied the child for hours
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Recent Examples of busying
Much like her idol Marlene Dietrich, Novak walked away from the business under her own steam, and has largely kept to herself, marrying an equine veterinarian and busying herself raising horses and painting.
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Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2025
Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for busying
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According to a new study in Science, over the past four-plus decades, funding for the sciences has actually been higher when there is a Republican majority in the House of Representatives or a Republican occupying the White House than when Democrats control those levers of power.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
18 Sep. 2025
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Crafted from teak wood, an industry favorite for all-weather furniture thanks to its durability and golden patina, this chair can easily be your summer porch companion while occupying your living room throughout the winter (although snow and rain pose no issue for the synthetic rattan weave).—
Elissa Suh,
Architectural Digest,
17 Sep. 2025
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As in his previous films, a clanking, rattling soundscape constructed entirely in post is an artisanal marvel, immersing viewers both in the perilous metallic din of a maybe-sinking ship, and the comforting artifice of analog movie-making.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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While each room features gas fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling windows—perfect for immersing yourself in the dense pine forest and Sierra Nevada mountain views—there’s plenty to keep you occupied on the grounds as well.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
30 Aug. 2025
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D4vd's world tour has hit a bump in the road amid a police investigation reportedly involving the singer and TikTok sensation.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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This will be a coordinated effort with the Government Accountability Office, which is also looking into issues involving access and handling of sensitive data at the department, according to the letter from the acting inspector general.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Busying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/busying. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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