occupy
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/ˈɑːkjupaɪ/
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/ˈɒkjupaɪ/
to fill or use space, area, or time
The books occupy the entire shelf.
这些书占据了整个书架。
to live or work in a room, house, or building
They occupy the apartment next door.
他们住在隔壁的公寓里。
to take control of a place by force, especially with an army
Soldiers occupy the city to keep peace.
士兵们占领这座城市以维持和平。
to keep busy or fill your time with something
Children occupy themselves with toys.
孩子们用玩具自娱自乐。
to have an official job or position
She will occupy the manager role next month.
她下个月将担任经理职务。