The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word ENGAGEMENTS
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does ENGAGEMENTS mean?
ENGAGEMENTS noun- An appointment, especially to speak or perform.
- Connection or attachment.
- (by extension, about human emotional state) The feeling of being compelled, drawn in, connected to what is happening, interested in what will happen next.
- The period of time when marriage is planned or promised.
- In any situation of conflict, an actual instance of active hostilities.
- The point at which the fencers are close enough to join blades, or to make an effective attack during an encounter.