riveting
adjective
riv·et·ing
ˈri-və-tiŋ 
: having the power to fix the attention : engrossing, fascinating
a riveting story
Examples of riveting in a Sentence
a riveting explanation of light waves that fascinated the class
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But the suspenseful mystery packed into Bella's pursuit of Edward's true identity, enhanced by cinematographer Elliot Davis' eerie visuals, makes for a riveting introduction to the franchise.
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 July 2025
The deft tonal shifts, nuanced storytelling, and unvarnished performances announce the arrival of a riveting actor and filmmaker.
—Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 27 June 2025
And though The Escape Game is a riveting whodunnit, its characters are sure to be a hit with readers too, Meyer says.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 25 June 2025
And no matter what happens next, it’s guaranteed to have a riveting finale episode.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 June 2025
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 July 2025
The deft tonal shifts, nuanced storytelling, and unvarnished performances announce the arrival of a riveting actor and filmmaker.
—Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 27 June 2025
And though The Escape Game is a riveting whodunnit, its characters are sure to be a hit with readers too, Meyer says.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 25 June 2025
And no matter what happens next, it’s guaranteed to have a riveting finale episode.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for riveting
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“Riveting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riveting. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.
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