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to preoccupy
01
to engage someone's mind or attention fully, especially with worries or concerns
Transitive: to preoccupy sb
Examples
She has been preoccupied with worries about her children's health and safety.
Recent political scandals have preoccupied voters and dominated public discourse.
02
to take control or fill up a space before anyone else can
Transitive: to preoccupy a space
Examples
She preoccupied the front seat of the car, leaving no room for others.
The first team to arrive preoccupied the most comfortable chairs in the room.
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