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to engage in a secret plan to accomplish evil or unlawful ends
evidence that the leading manufacturers had intrigued to keep prices artificially high
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to hold the attention of
the mystery story intrigued me so that I read it in one sitting
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Recent Examples of intrigued
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Sep. 2025
Like most people, I was intrigued by the possibilities AI might bring into the world — more intrigued, not surprisingly, when those possibilities included cures for disease, solutions to poverty and not taking the jobs of every journalist still standing.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025
People are very intrigued Dale Moss is on the season.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 7 July 2025
That defensive mindset is a part of the reason why the Magic were so intrigued with the 20-year-old prospect.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025
The ‘Likely Not Going Anywhere’ Division Thomas Novak — The Penguins remain very intrigued by him.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 17 June 2025
Selin, a Harvard freshman, becomes intrigued and then enamored by Ivan, an older mathematics student from Hungary.
—Literary Hub, 21 May 2025
Teams are very intrigued to have some of their lead evaluators head over to Europe to get eyes on him and see what’s happening.
—Sam Vecenie, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Hager said seductively in a video before the camera cut to Tamburello, who pulled an intrigued face.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2024
Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Kohler said he was intrigued by the new study’s finding that methylphenidate can play a preventive role in younger children.
—David Cox, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
Trump defended the elimination game formula of the show as critical for drama but was intrigued by my counterproposal and asked me to give him a year to figure it out and transition the show toward that model.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 23 Mar. 2026
Her teammate and friend, James Twiggs, aka Love Story, was also intrigued while watching games with her dad.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
The Rangers were intrigued enough in his abilities to do both, and drafted him with the plan to develop him as a two-way player.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
But when the 11-year-old came across it on his social media feed, he was intrigued.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Director Genki Kawamura’s ominous feature might well be the ultimate headtrip, and we’re intrigued.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Last week, Gophers first-year head coach Niko Medved was intrigued about the chance to play in the Crown.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Preservation in progress On a Tuesday in July, a dozen or so visitors ambled between Fallingwater’s main living room and its terrace, museum-tour headsets dangling from their ears, appearing more intrigued than irritated by the tower of scaffolding and tarps that rose above them.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Sep. 2025
Like most people, I was intrigued by the possibilities AI might bring into the world — more intrigued, not surprisingly, when those possibilities included cures for disease, solutions to poverty and not taking the jobs of every journalist still standing.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025
People are very intrigued Dale Moss is on the season.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 7 July 2025
That defensive mindset is a part of the reason why the Magic were so intrigued with the 20-year-old prospect.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025
The ‘Likely Not Going Anywhere’ Division Thomas Novak — The Penguins remain very intrigued by him.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 17 June 2025
Selin, a Harvard freshman, becomes intrigued and then enamored by Ivan, an older mathematics student from Hungary.
—Literary Hub, 21 May 2025
Teams are very intrigued to have some of their lead evaluators head over to Europe to get eyes on him and see what’s happening.
—Sam Vecenie, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Hager said seductively in a video before the camera cut to Tamburello, who pulled an intrigued face.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2024
Verb
He, of course, would be welcomed back and possesses a skill set that NBA teams are intrigued by.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Kohler said he was intrigued by the new study’s finding that methylphenidate can play a preventive role in younger children.
—David Cox, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
Trump defended the elimination game formula of the show as critical for drama but was intrigued by my counterproposal and asked me to give him a year to figure it out and transition the show toward that model.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 23 Mar. 2026
Her teammate and friend, James Twiggs, aka Love Story, was also intrigued while watching games with her dad.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
The Rangers were intrigued enough in his abilities to do both, and drafted him with the plan to develop him as a two-way player.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
But when the 11-year-old came across it on his social media feed, he was intrigued.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Director Genki Kawamura’s ominous feature might well be the ultimate headtrip, and we’re intrigued.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Last week, Gophers first-year head coach Niko Medved was intrigued about the chance to play in the Crown.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intrigued
Adjective
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The only troubled brow that Orsolya seems interested in soothing is her own.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, pairs of skis with bright graphic art line the bar walls as decor, providing something of a showroom for folks interested in learning about the products — or maybe even purchasing their own pair after a few drinks.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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It’s familiarly plotted, sure, but efficiently acted.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
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Hodges plotted an aggressive offseason program for the two to take significant steps to playing with more confidence and understanding in 2026.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The vice president added that he has long been fascinated by the subject and hinted at his interest in reviewing classified information during his time in office.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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For decades, the Zeigler case has fascinated the public around the world, leading to television shows, books, documentaries and a variety of crime sleuths creating various conspiracy theories.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Progress begins when families speak up and stay engaged.—
Shon Lowe,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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But those who have worked with him or presented cases in his court say that outward appearance masks a sharp, deeply engaged jurist with an unwavering commitment to the rule of law.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Born and raised in Paris, WordsofAzia immersed herself in her Ivorian heritage from watching her mother sing and dance in local ceremonies.—
Chinonso Ihekire,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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After signing 30 players since Sullivan’s arrival, the Dolphins are now immersed in draft meetings, tape evaluation and attending Pro Days.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The involved officer was identified as 15-year veteran Officer Brian Loiero, who is assigned to the SWAT Team.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Plus, interview processes have become much longer and more involved.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The plush red seats of the Concertgebouw's main auditorium are occupied by students cramming for upcoming exams and finishing dissertations as classical music fills the hall.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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As expected Thursday, the shortstop Lindor and the left fielder Soto occupied the first two spots in the Mets’ revamped batting order, followed by third baseman Bo Bichette and first baseman Jorge Polanco.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Intrigued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrigued. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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