fascinating
adjective
fas·ci·nat·ing
ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ 
ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ
: extremely interesting or charming : captivating
a fascinating documentary
gave a fascinating account of the expedition
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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
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Tactically, the clash promises to be fascinating as Arsenal is likely to rely on quick transitions, disciplined defending, and set pieces, while Bayern will aim to dominate possession and use sharp, incisive attacks to punish even minor defensive lapses.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025
In a final, fascinating detail, the models suggest this anomaly will continue its journey, passing beneath the New York region within the next 10 to 15 million years.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025
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Jamie Carter, Space.com, 27 Nov. 2025
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
—Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 27 Nov. 2025
Tactically, the clash promises to be fascinating as Arsenal is likely to rely on quick transitions, disciplined defending, and set pieces, while Bayern will aim to dominate possession and use sharp, incisive attacks to punish even minor defensive lapses.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025
In a final, fascinating detail, the models suggest this anomaly will continue its journey, passing beneath the New York region within the next 10 to 15 million years.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025
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“Fascinating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascinating. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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