arresting 1 of 2

1
2

arresting

2 of 2

verb

present participle of arrest
1
2
3
as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell the sight of the daredevil walking a tightrope between high-rises arrested area pedestrians and motorists alike

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of arresting
Adjective
Plympton and his team’s work is so arresting, balancing the grotesque and beautiful, the chaotic and serene, that the story inevitably takes a back seat to the art. Barry Levitt, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025 Some of the most arresting pages in the series depict Mr. Sattouf’s experience as a child in Ter Maaleh, his father’s village. Richard Fausset, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Verb
This comes on the heels of the Legislature and governor passing a law that calls for arresting people who sleep in public. Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025 Remember when California was arresting people walking alone on the beach? Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for arresting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arresting
Adjective
  • Our goal is to learn and connect more deeply with interesting people.
    Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • That brings up the interesting idea that the Red Sox could trade Chapman and still try to contend this year.
    Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Adjective
  • The Tigers have been the surprise team in baseball this season and currently have a commanding lead in the AL Central.
    Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
  • Trump’s criticism came after Mamdani, 33, took a commanding lead over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in Tuesday’s primary race.
    Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • Pretending to be dead, Gi-hun and his friends launch a surprise attack, overpowering the guards and seizing their weapons, leaving only one guard alive.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
  • The Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) forces have since received training by Russian forces in the Far East and first engaged in combat with Ukrainian military in November, subsequently seizing their first village in Kursk, Plekhovo, earlier this month.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The director led the way past Dig HQ, past the two lichen-shaggy standing stones in the garden, and down a slope to Structure 27, Tam running ahead and stopping at the edge of the trench.
    Peter Ross, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Jan. 2025
  • What’s stopping organizations from reaping the benefits of AI right now?
    Jesse Todd, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The characters themselves make for an exceptionally engaging series.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 July 2025
  • For instance, slowing your pace just enough to let key points land and adding variation to your pitch makes your message more engaging and credible.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Adjective
  • Some people find that getting a tan makes their acne less noticeable, but these effects are temporary.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 July 2025
  • While Skai did point out noticeable shedding in the front of her hair, her overall appearance looks healthy.
    Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • Even if researchers are able to cobble together the funds to help their participants exit trials safely, halting studies early could still nullify the contributions of the people who enrolled.
    Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Even if researchers are able to cobble together the funds to help their participants exit trials safely, halting studies early could still nullify the contributions of the people who enrolled.
    Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • General Manager Ryan Poles used trades and free agency to overhaul the middle of the offensive line, then selected intriguing targets Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III in the draft.
    Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Actually, one of the more intriguing names became available Monday, with the Wizards waiving Richaun Holmes.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 July 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Arresting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arresting. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on arresting

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!