* Simple and direct: The clown entertained the children at the birthday party.
* With an object: The comedian entertained the audience with jokes about everyday life.
* With a gerund: We entertained the idea of taking a vacation to the beach.
* In a passive voice: We were entertained by the live music at the festival.
* With a negative connotation: The rumors entertained the gossipmongers for weeks.
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