as in attraction
something that attracts interest
the giant theme park is a magnet for tourists to the area
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Recent Examples of magnet
These materials are key ingredients in high-performance magnets used in electric vehicles, defense technologies, high-tech computing hardware, and renewable energy solutions.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 June 2026
The matte finish feels pleasant under the hand and avoids the fingerprint-magnet tendencies of glossy plastics.
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Sascha Brodsky,
PC Magazine,
21 June 2026
Across the border, Northwest Indiana has recently started feeling the pain of living next door to a twister magnet.
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Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Many individuals are drawn to you like a magnet because of your eloquence and allure.
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Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 June 2026
The matte finish feels pleasant under the hand and avoids the fingerprint-magnet tendencies of glossy plastics.
—
Sascha Brodsky,
PC Magazine,
21 June 2026
Across the border, Northwest Indiana has recently started feeling the pain of living next door to a twister magnet.
—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Many individuals are drawn to you like a magnet because of your eloquence and allure.
—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for magnet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnet
attraction
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It’s situated in downtown Sarasota near Sarasota Bay, putting you close to an array of restaurants and attractions like The Bay park and Selby Gardens.
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Let’s talk about the angst and awkwardness of teenage attraction.
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“Magnet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnet. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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