Provide a welcome distraction (5)

I believe the answer is:

amuse

(Other definitions for amuse that I've seen before include "Divert or entertain mildly" , "Keep occupied" , "interest" , "Pleasantly occupy" , "Recreate" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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