Occasion

Word OCCASION
Character 8
Hyphenation oc ca sion
Pronunciations /əˈkeɪʒən/

Definitions and meanings of "Occasion"

What do we mean by occasion?

An event or happening, or the time of an event or happening. noun

A significant event, especially a large or important social gathering. noun

A favorable or appropriate time or juncture: synonym: opportunity. noun

A cause of or reason for something: synonym: cause. noun

A need created by a particular circumstance. noun

Personal requirements or necessities. noun

To provide occasion for; cause. transitive verb

(on occasion) From time to time; now and then. idiom

(rise to the occasion) To find the ability to deal with an unexpected challenge. idiom

(take the occasion) To make use of the opportunity (to do something). idiom

To cause incidentally or indirectly; bring about or be the means of bringing about or producing; produce.

To lead or induce by an occasion or opportunity; impel or induce by circumstances; impel; lead.

Synonyms To bring about, give rise to, be the cause of.

An occurrence; an event; an incident; a happening. noun

A special occurrence or happening; a particular time or season, especially one marked by some particular occurrence or juncture of circumstances; instance; time; season. noun

An event which affords a person a reason or motive for doing something or seeking something to be done at a particular time, whether he desires it should be done or not; hence, an opportunity for bringing about a desired result; also, a need; an exigency. noun

Used absolutely, though referring to a particular action. noun

In negative phrases. noun

In the abstract, convenience; opportunity: not referring to a particular act. noun

A favorable opportunity; a convenient or timely chance.

The time when something happens.

An occurrence or state of affairs which causes some event or reaction; a motive or reason.

Something which causes something else; a cause.

An occurrence or incident.

A particular happening; an instance or time when something occurred.

Need; requirement, necessity.

A special event or function.

A reason or excuse; a motive; a persuasion.

1. To meet the challenge of an event; to try extra hard to do a task. 2. To succeed in dealing with a difficult situation. 3. To do what is needed at the time. 4. To get a boner Urban Dictionary

When a non-Asian person's eyes look Asian in a photo because of how they're smiling. Urban Dictionary

The act of coitus with a member of the Asian race, almost always by a non-Asian. Urban Dictionary

The perfect time to give cigars, beer, and zippos to a person of higher authority. Urban Dictionary

This is a phrase I heard in the film "Bridget Jones's baby" meaning… A man who isn't using a condom during sex, preferably with a one-night stand. therefore he's not doing his part taking the necessary precautions one should in a temporary sexual relationship. Urban Dictionary

Having your genitalia and surround area freshly shaved or trimmed, ready for sexual activity. Urban Dictionary

The act of pooping one's pants (sometimes, but not always, accidentally). Urban Dictionary

Seeing Angela. Urban Dictionary

(n) A zit that appears on the skin of a person before a special occasion such as family gatherings, professional photo ops, parties, extravaganzas, dates, and holidays. Urban Dictionary

A Special Naked Occasion is an episode of Sex. Urban Dictionary

Synonyms and Antonyms for Occasion

The word "occasion" in example sentences

Here in the United States, the occasion is a timely reminder of the importance of home in our cities and in our communities. ❋ Maria Foscarinis (2010)

For once in your life can't you keep your whining at home and think of others and what the occasion is about? ❋ Unknown (2010)

On the other hand, if the occasion is a job interview, then perhaps the dreaded pants-suit should be stomached. ❋ Peggy (2008)

In Daphne the occasion is a festival in honor of Dionysus and as is typically the case, the chorus and dancers cavort around in Looney Tunes-inspired fashion for several minutes. ❋ Unknown (2007)

And heck yeah, if the occasion is an excuse for good food, I'm happy! ❋ Homesick Texan (2007)

Movie City News points out a Sydney Morning Herald interview with Audrey Tautou; the occasion is the release of Priceless. ❋ Unknown (2007)

This ballclub rising to the occasion is a little too strong, but they're very businesslike. ❋ Unknown (2001)

[Page 394] 98 The slaying of the ox on this occasion is also described by Alexander, vol.ii. p. 132. 99 ❋ Unknown (1903)

And one of the drivers of that per capita is all about what we call occasion brand pack by channel.

If constant conjunction be implyed in what we call occasion, it is a real cause. ❋ David Hume (1743)

If constant conjunction be imply'd in what we call occasion, 'tis a real cause. ❋ Unknown (1739)

The problem with requiring things but not enforcing them except on occasion is that people will try to skirt, if they think their competitors are doing the same. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Someone who goes and has a cigarette on occasion is not hurting themselves or anyone else, just like the occasional drinker. ❋ Unknown (2009)

________________________________________________ ex. 1. John was able to [rise to the occasion] and make the conference a success. It was a big challenge, but he rose to the occasion. ex. 2. [t's] not easy to play your first match in front of a crowd that size but he certainly rose to the occasion. ex. 3. When a crisis hits, will you rise to the occasion? She needed some help, so I rose to the occasion and [volunteered] my services. ex. 4. He saw her breasts and then he rose to the occasion. ❋ The Ultimately One And Only (2010)

Don't use that picture for [the Christmas] card; [Christopher] is smiling differently from normal and has major [Asian occasion]. ❋ Red Tea7777777 (2010)

Did you hear that Brian fucked that fat [Jap] [broad]? He's always down for an [Asian occasion]. ❋ Yarray (2006)

Tonight is [a special] occasion. [You should] [be there]. ❋ Jay, Its Me (2016)

I made [my girlfriend] [pregnant], [I guess] I was "not dressed for the occasion" ❋ Little_puppet (2017)

Ben: I hope to slam Sarah tonight. Gary: [Nice man]! Are you [dressed for the occasion]? Ben: Yeah, I shaved my pubes earlier. Gary: [Hi-Five]! ❋ Gasboddle (2009)

I think [it's time] to change the [little one's] [diaper]. Smells like there's been a chocolate occasion. ❋ Brian Vaughn (2009)

[Angela] - "I thought you meant [catching] [the bus] was on rare occasions Josh?" Josh - "Seeing you Angela, is a rare occasion." ❋ JackPorter (2013)

Example: I have been so excited to finally [go on a date] with Russell. Not suprisingly the day before our date I got a special occasion [zit]. Example: Tomorrow is our [family reunion]! I will get to see people I haven't seen in years! Some people are coming that I haven't even met. I hope I don't get a special occasion zit. ❋ All4Us (2009)

I had a Special Naked Occasion with my [Special Naked Friend] last night. I just shared a Special Naked Occasion with [Jo] (means Jo and [I just had sex]) ❋ Bambi Gray (2005)

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