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Entertaiment is a vast and ever-changing domain, encompassing everything from individual private entertainment options (which range from the choice of an evening of pre-recorded films to banquets for two); to groups assembling for celebration or social supper or ceremony; to theatrical and sporting events intended for the benefit of thousands or even a global audience. While the common understanding of entertain and its sub-categories is that of fun and laughter, many forms of entertainment have a serious purpose.
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