as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
the alluring beauty of the swans on the lake held us spellbound
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
was so allured by his sister's college roommate that before long he was asking her for a date
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as in tempting
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
allured by the promise of big bucks, he decided to have a go at a job on the trading floor of the stock market
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Recent Examples of alluring
Don Riddell, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
He’s spent 15 years covering the intersection of technology, culture, and politics at places like The Atlantic, Gizmodo, and Vice.
Roku City, the oddly alluring cityscape screen saver, scrolls across millions of idle TVs every day.
—Adam Clark Estes, Vox, 27 Mar. 2025
The idea of Ole Miss’ Matthew Murrell as a below-the-radar 3-and-D guy is alluring.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese brings an alluring savory oomph to the dish.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2025
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The dazzling array of pinks, purples, and fuchsias that are always so resplendent at that time of year have become almost as alluring as the action on the course.
—Don Riddell, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
He’s spent 15 years covering the intersection of technology, culture, and politics at places like The Atlantic, Gizmodo, and Vice.
Roku City, the oddly alluring cityscape screen saver, scrolls across millions of idle TVs every day.
—Adam Clark Estes, Vox, 27 Mar. 2025
The idea of Ole Miss’ Matthew Murrell as a below-the-radar 3-and-D guy is alluring.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese brings an alluring savory oomph to the dish.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alluring
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Stronger enforcement of equal pay laws, pay transparency regulations, a higher minimum wage, policies to align school and work schedules, and again, paid leave could all make being a working mother a more equitable—and therefore appealing—experience.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Apr. 2025
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Studies suggest their vibrant color makes food more appealing and could even increase appetite.—
Sony Salzman,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2025
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The vast majority of the city’s industrial jobs remained low paying, dangerous, and only attractive to the most desperate Americans until the 1940s.—
Made by History,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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These rooms, and the rest of the interior, have just been professionally repainted using attractive colors.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2025
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Nearly all bird species feed their young insects, so planting native greenery that attracts bugs can be enticing to hummingbirds.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2025
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Experts say the falling rate could thaw the largely frozen housing market by enticing buyers off the sidelines.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
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The promise of a $225,000 starting salary at a top corporate law firm is luring many, making the financial burden of law school seem more justifiable.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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Ewen says the task for Southwest will be striking a balance between luring new customers, which could potentially improve financials, and keeping existing customers happy.—
Dallas Morning News,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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One of my favorites of the important supporting cast is the charismatic Chinese couple who runs two shops in town and provides material support to the twins’ efforts to start their juke joint — Grace (Li Jun Li) and Bow Chow (Yao), who have an adolescent daughter, Lisa (Helena Hu).—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Today, this charismatic honeycreeper survives only in the misty mountain top forests of East Maui, confined to the highest ridgelines of Haleakalā.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Bringing in this charming, unpredictable element illustrates Rowlson-Hall’s approach to embracing life in all its beauty and complications.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Jacquemus Opens Los Angeles Boutique—Attendees For Opening Include Lori Harvey And Laura Harrier Nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, French fashion house Jacquemus has unveiled its new boutique within a charming rustic home.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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Her breakout role was in the 2017 Bravo series Imposters, playing the seductive con artist Maddie.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The internet had been buzzing with rumors that her seductive serenade during the R&B superstar’s live performance sparked a breakup with a supposed husband, but Tillman is calling it all fan fiction.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Over the years the parade has grown from watching the show in one’s carriage to a fantastical showing of DIY (do-it-yourself) towering bonnets, hats, baskets and delightful spring fashion — wearers introducing an enchanting array of spring fashion colors to shed the feeling of the long winter days.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
18 Apr. 2025
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Emotive, enchanting and exotic, the track weaves kalimba and chanting vocals with soft, brooding piano and string parts — and even a subtle harp.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Alluring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alluring. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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