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Definition

To ensure that someone's attention is occupied, often to prevent them from becoming bored or noticing something.

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Also Said As

  • keep someone occupied
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See Also

  • occupy oneself
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Related Idioms

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To keep; to store something for someone.

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To delay (someone or something) temporarily; to keep at bay.

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