Examples of “occasion” in a Sentence

noun A particular time when something happens, especially something notable.

• On one occasion, the train arrived early, which amazed all the commuters.
• On this occasion, I'll let it slide.
• Their wedding was a joyful occasion for the whole family.

noun A reason, opportunity, or need for something.

• I rarely have occasion to wear a suit.
• There was no occasion for rudeness, so I wonder why he shouted at her.
• You have no occasion to worry, because the results will be fine.

verb To cause or bring about.

• The delay was occasioned by bad weather.
• His careless remark occasioned a long argument among the guests at dinner.
• The new road occasioned much complaint from the people living nearby.