as in enticed
to engage the attention of
The park's natural wonders attract many tourists. The blackbird puts on a colorful display in its attempt to attract a mate.
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Recent Examples of attracted
The Mali international has attracted interest from Turkey, and their transfer window does not close until September 12, so there is still time.
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Our Place Wonder Oven in Steam What initially attracted me to the air fryer was its compact size.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
The large rollover attracted nationwide attention and generated millions of smaller winners across the country.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
As curator, what most attracted you to the sisters’ work and why?
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
The world has even changed quite a bit from 2018, when the most recent eight-year wheel deal was struck (coincidentally, the last time the telecast attracted more than 10 million viewers).
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Newsom attracted attention — some of it negative among Democrats — for interviewing conservative guests Steve Bannon, Michael Savage and Charlie Kirk on his podcast.
—David Bauder, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Mazuera Arias attracted the attention of notable donors including Sil Ganzo, the executive director of refugee and immigrant-serving nonprofit ourBRIDGE, and Hilda Gurdian, the CEO of Spanish newspaper La Noticia.
—Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
What attracted the initial batch of entrepreneurs and VCs was the breadth of those strengths, ranging from measurable marketing, deep customer data, and the ability to innovate and launch far faster than retail would allow.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Our Place Wonder Oven in Steam What initially attracted me to the air fryer was its compact size.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
The large rollover attracted nationwide attention and generated millions of smaller winners across the country.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
As curator, what most attracted you to the sisters’ work and why?
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
The world has even changed quite a bit from 2018, when the most recent eight-year wheel deal was struck (coincidentally, the last time the telecast attracted more than 10 million viewers).
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Newsom attracted attention — some of it negative among Democrats — for interviewing conservative guests Steve Bannon, Michael Savage and Charlie Kirk on his podcast.
—David Bauder, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Mazuera Arias attracted the attention of notable donors including Sil Ganzo, the executive director of refugee and immigrant-serving nonprofit ourBRIDGE, and Hilda Gurdian, the CEO of Spanish newspaper La Noticia.
—Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
What attracted the initial batch of entrepreneurs and VCs was the breadth of those strengths, ranging from measurable marketing, deep customer data, and the ability to innovate and launch far faster than retail would allow.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracted
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Consider Dubai, a dynamic playground that draws thousands of millionaires each year, enticed by its unmatched digital infrastructure and lavish lifestyle offerings.—
Murad Salikhov,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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As of May, the prospect of infrastructure investment and a link to the world’s second largest economy has enticed up to 150 countries — representing around 40% of global GDP — to join the BRI through Memoranda of Understanding with China, the GFDC added.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
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Carney said his and Jerome’s first trip to Finland interested two companies in Mooresville.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Sep. 2025
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What interested me about Warren’s book was the emotional honesty and the intimacy of an artist that most people didn’t realize was going through one of the most painful times of his life.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
30 Aug. 2025
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On Chinese social media, users applauded the impressive hardware and discipline of the PLA – and drew comparisons to Trump’s military parade held in Washington in June.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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The first National Conservatism conferences drew students and intellectuals who felt marginalized by the Republican Party and dreamed about taking power.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Attracted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracted. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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