occasion
Example Sentences
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Sometimes these big royal occasions can be restorative, a reminder of what the Royal Family does well.
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Often, she has to listen to the most outlandish conspiracy theories and, on one occasion, she recalls being verbally abused.
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Meanwhile, England found themselves deep in Ireland's 22 on multiple occasions but lacked any clinical edge, making 14 handling errors in the game.
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Wales made shocking starts in the opening two games but ensured that was not the case on this occasion.
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Mourning ceremonies—traditionally solemn events held 40 days after someone’s death—have become occasions for Iranians to celebrate the sacrifice of their loved ones and reject the Islamic Republic.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.