The former president attended the ceremony.
The former president attended the ceremony.
English
attend
əˈtend, əˈtɛnd
Meaning: to be present at an event, meeting, or function; to go regularly to a place
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | attend |
| 3rd person singular present | attends |
| Present participle | attending |
| Past | attended |
| Will future | will attend |
| Going-to future | going to attend |
| Imperative negative | don't attend / do not attend |
Example sentences
Everyone was expected to attend.
Everyone was expected to attend.
Experts from around the world attended the international conference on climate change.
Experts from around the world attended the international conference on climate change.
He was unable to attend the meeting due to a family emergency.
He was unable to attend the meeting due to a family emergency.
Many people attended the funeral to pay their respects.
Many people attended the funeral to pay their respects.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for being present at organized events like meetings, school, or ceremonies. It can be transitive ('attend a meeting') or intransitive ('expect to attend').
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