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occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
consume all of one's attention or time
Synonyms: absorb, engage, engross,
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
be on the mind of
Synonyms: concern, interest, worry,
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
require (time or space)
Synonyms: take, use up,
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
occupy the whole of
Synonyms: fill,
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
assume, as of positions or roles
Synonyms: fill, take,
Examples:
The young prince will soon occupy the throne.
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation
Synonyms: invade,
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
keep busy with
Synonyms: busy,
occupy
verb(oc-cu-py)
live (in a certain place)
Synonyms: lodge in, reside,

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