can you say "he is in a lively chat with her"

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My question is about style. Does it sound natural if you say that someone "is in a lively chat/conversation with someone" or is it better to say "he is ENGAGED in a lively chat with her"?

NickK · Answer

"He is engaged in a lively chat with her" is technically correct, but the usual way to say this would be "he is having a lively chat with her".

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