engage

Definition

  • verb: to hire (someone) to perform a particular service
  • verb: to offer (as one's word) as security for a debt or cause
  • synonyms: enlist, draw, occupy

Examples

  • I suggest you 'engage' the services of a lawyer. [=I suggest you hire a lawyer]

  • She 'engaged' him 'in' conversation. [=she started a conversation with him]

  • The book fails to 'engage with' the problems of our time.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) and hit hard and leave a feast for the crows. A smart commander does not abandon a defensive advantage. Not to mention that the snow is so deep, we couldn't get an army through to engage them even if we wanted to. I don't need an army. I need good men. So, have you decided yet? Whether I'm worthy (..)
    2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Hardhome Season: 5 Episode 8