fascinating
adjective
fas·ci·nat·ing
ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ 
ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-
: extremely interesting or charming : captivating
a fascinating documentary
gave a fascinating account of the expedition
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Examples of fascinating in a Sentence
the fascinating cities and peoples of central Asia have been intriguing travelers at least since the time of Marco Polo
the fascinating—but dubious—legend that Pocahontas rescued John Smith from certain death
Recent Examples on the Web
The Diane Keaton Industrial Complex is a fascinating and understudied media mini-phenomenon.
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Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
There are surprising new discoveries to be found too, including an audio diary podcast following fascinating subjects like an octogenarian pinup girl and an investigation of a gas attack on a furry convention.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 31 May 2024
That’s a fascinating idea that will pique the interest of planetary geologists around the world.
—The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 31 May 2024
In this fascinating and eye-opening book, proud bisexual and pop psychologist Julia Shaw goes deep into the science and culture of attraction, as well as the history of sexuality, using both her own research and experiences to inform her perspective.
—Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
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Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
There are surprising new discoveries to be found too, including an audio diary podcast following fascinating subjects like an octogenarian pinup girl and an investigation of a gas attack on a furry convention.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 31 May 2024
That’s a fascinating idea that will pique the interest of planetary geologists around the world.
—The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 31 May 2024
In this fascinating and eye-opening book, proud bisexual and pop psychologist Julia Shaw goes deep into the science and culture of attraction, as well as the history of sexuality, using both her own research and experiences to inform her perspective.
—Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
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“Fascinating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascinating. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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