tempting
adjective
tempt·ing
ˈtem(p)-tiŋ 
: having an appeal : enticing
a tempting offer
temptingly
adverb
Examples of tempting in a Sentence
The desserts look very tempting.
It is tempting to think of him as the next American president.
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Also, their soft, squishy texture may be tempting for little ones to hold, so be sure to keep them out of your baby’s reach.
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Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 27 May 2024
After years of low pay in part-time jobs or surviving on loans, choosing the highest offer can be tempting.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 20 May 2024
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Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 27 May 2024
After years of low pay in part-time jobs or surviving on loans, choosing the highest offer can be tempting.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 20 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for tempting
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“Tempting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tempting. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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tempting
adjective
tempt·ing
ˈtem(p)-tiŋ
: having a strong attraction
the food all looked tempting
temptingly
adverb
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