Entertain and Held

Entertain

Entertain verb - To cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied.

Held is a synonym for entertain. In some cases you can replace term "Held" with "Entertain", this verbs are similar.

Held

Held adjective - Occupied or in the control of; often used in combination.
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Synonyms for Held

Entertain is a synonym for held. Sometimes you can use "Entertain" instead a verb "Held".

Both words in one sentence

  • Humans Are Special The dead are rounded up and stored in amphitheaters where operas and other performances are held to entertain them pending a resurrection.
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