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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

occupy

/əˈkjuːpī/ verb · British & US
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What does occupy mean?

verb

To take possession of (something) as one's own; to be in or take up a particular place or position. To engage the attention or time of (someone) fully.

Example

"The protesters occupied the square, refusing to leave until their demands were met."

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