engagements
word · lemma: engagement
Definition
'Engagements' are appointments, meetings, or social obligations that someone has agreed to attend. It can also mean formal agreements to get married.
Usage & Nuances
Can refer to both business/social commitments and marriage proposals (plural of 'engagement'). In schedules or planning, commonly means appointments. Be careful not to confuse with 'battle engagements' (military context). Usually formal or neutral in tone.
Example Sentences
I have two engagements this weekend.
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All my engagements are written in my calendar.
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They announced their engagements yesterday.
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Sorry, I can't make it—too many engagements these days.
natural
Her social engagements keep her really busy.
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After their engagements, the couple started planning the wedding.
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