The phrase can imply different activities depending on the context, whether professional, personal or recreational.

Context Matters

'Engage in' often suggests a social aspect, like joining others in a shared activity.

Group Activities

Using 'engage in' can indicate a voluntary or deliberate choice to participate in an activity.

When related to conflict, 'engage in' signifies the start or the ongoing act of fighting.

Often used to discuss countries or groups entering conflicts, emphasizing the formal decision behind the action.

Can be used metaphorically to mean getting involved in intense or difficult situations.

'Engage in' suggests an activity that requires focus or commitment of one's attention.

It implies an activity has managed to attract and keep someone's interest or curiosity.

It can be used to describe intellectual pursuits that mentally stimulate someone.