Pronunciation: /əˈkeɪʒən/
noun a particular time or instance of an event
A1 I wore my best dress for the special occasion.
A2 On the occasion of her birthday, we threw her a surprise party.
B1 The wedding was a joyous occasion for all who attended.
B2 The award ceremony was a prestigious occasion attended by many dignitaries.
C1 The inauguration of the new building was a momentous occasion for the city.
C2 The Nobel Prize ceremony is a highly esteemed occasion in the world of academia.
verb to bring about or cause an event or situation to happen
A1 I occasion visit my grandparents on weekends.
A2 She occasions to bake cookies for special events.
B1 They occasion gatherings to celebrate achievements.
B2 The company occasions team-building activities to boost morale.
C1 The artist occasions exhibitions to showcase their latest work.
C2 The president occasions diplomatic meetings to discuss international relations.
formal On this special occasion, we would like to thank everyone for their support.
informal Let's dress up for the occasion and make it a memorable night!
slang I'm gonna go all out for this occasion and have a blast!
figurative Every setback can be seen as an occasion to learn and grow.
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