as in fun
providing amusement or enjoyment
Grandma told an amusing story about Dad when he was little
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as in entertaining
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
the older girl amused her four-year-old sister at the family reunion by showing her off to all the relatives
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Recent Examples of amusing
Sacbee.com, 7 July 2025
Scout's behavior, while amusing, also taps into a common aspect of canine social dynamics.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
Richard Lester, by abrupt intercuts and (often amusing) sound overlaps, keeps the action whipping along, setting a pace that seldom flags and never drags despite an elaborate and intricate plot.
—Arthur Knight, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
The amusing interaction comes a few days after Plum appeared to urge referees to give Clark, 23-years-old, a technical foul for stepping onto the court during the Sparks' game against the Indiana Fever on Thursday, June 26.
—Grace Jordan-Weinstein, People.com, 30 June 2025
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Adjective
During games on the air, Santangelo can be amusing and informative, even with a quick-hit take.
—Sacbee.com, 7 July 2025
Scout's behavior, while amusing, also taps into a common aspect of canine social dynamics.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
Richard Lester, by abrupt intercuts and (often amusing) sound overlaps, keeps the action whipping along, setting a pace that seldom flags and never drags despite an elaborate and intricate plot.
—Arthur Knight, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
The amusing interaction comes a few days after Plum appeared to urge referees to give Clark, 23-years-old, a technical foul for stepping onto the court during the Sparks' game against the Indiana Fever on Thursday, June 26.
—Grace Jordan-Weinstein, People.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amusing
Adjective
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Snapping photos and posting them on social media is a fun way to share a travel adventure.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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From fun bikinis and breezy sundresses to wide-leg pants and cute tops for up to 65 percent off, these picks from Amazon, Nordstrom Rack, Old Navy, and Abercrombie all come in at under $50.—
Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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The house had multiple assets, including a grand entrance, original details, a welcoming front porch and a two-story carriage house that offered additional space for entertaining.—
Lana Bortolot,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Again, sight lines within the home are extended, making this the area perfect for entertaining groups of all sizes, including large parties.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2025
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The action is well-choreographed, and the on-stage performances are convincing replicas of real K-pop girl groups, but nothing in the film is as delightful as the way the animators contort the faces of the leads with some manga inspired faces and reactions.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
11 July 2025
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Those dropshots are delightful toppings to the dessert collection of sweet spot strokes in Alcaraz’s armory.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Amusing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amusing. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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