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a time when a particular event takes place or should take place; a reason; cause

chance

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Cases of word usage

1) correct for the occasion or purpose (appropriate)

2) to think of a thing, person as suitable for the occasion or purpose (approve)

3) correct for the occasion or situation (apt)

4) a social occasion at which food is cooked over a fire outdoors (barbecue)

5) a social occasion of drinking and eating too much (binge)

6) to do something to show that (a day or an invent) is important or an occasion for rejoicing (celebrate)

7) a festive occasion (gala)

8) a woman's long dress, especially one for an occasion mentioned (gown)

9) an example; fact or occasion etc supporting a general truth (instance)

10) an occasion of eating; a selection of food eaten at one time (meal)

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