occasions

/əˈkeɪʒənz/
noun
  1. Particular times when something happens.
    • There were occasions when she felt very tired.
    • On several occasions, he arrived late to class.
    • We have met on a few occasions over the years.
  2. Special events or celebrations.
    • She bought a new dress for formal occasions.
    • The restaurant is perfect for special occasions.
    • Weddings and birthdays are happy occasions.
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verb
  1. Causes something to happen.
    • His remarks occasioned a heated debate.
    • The storm occasioned a delay in the flight.
    • The accident occasioned a change in safety rules.
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