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as in enticing
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 attracting
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
Savannah Guthrie has been spreading the word about her mother’s disappearance — including in a public video plea to her kidnappers — and attracting first-rate help.
—Kaitlyn Buss, Boston Herald, 18 Feb. 2026
Walmart is attracting shoppers across incomes and gaining momentum with online sales and higher-margin businesses like advertising.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
As such, this new offering is aimed at attracting that next-gen customer, with a more attainable price range (between $350 and $445).
—Cami Fateh, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2026
In terms of economics and investments, the Saudis are having difficulties in attracting foreign investment.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
Martinique On Martinique, lush greenery and hummingbird-attracting tropical blooms are on full display in Jardin de Balata, one of the most beautiful places in the Caribbean.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Jackson ran again for president in 1988, attracting 7 million votes and winning 13 of 54 contests.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
His campaign started off like gangbusters in August, attracting huge crowds and millions in donations.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
Native selections are best for attracting birds, butterflies, and other pollinators.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
Savannah Guthrie has been spreading the word about her mother’s disappearance — including in a public video plea to her kidnappers — and attracting first-rate help.
—Kaitlyn Buss, Boston Herald, 18 Feb. 2026
Walmart is attracting shoppers across incomes and gaining momentum with online sales and higher-margin businesses like advertising.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
As such, this new offering is aimed at attracting that next-gen customer, with a more attainable price range (between $350 and $445).
—Cami Fateh, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2026
In terms of economics and investments, the Saudis are having difficulties in attracting foreign investment.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
Martinique On Martinique, lush greenery and hummingbird-attracting tropical blooms are on full display in Jardin de Balata, one of the most beautiful places in the Caribbean.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Jackson ran again for president in 1988, attracting 7 million votes and winning 13 of 54 contests.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
His campaign started off like gangbusters in August, attracting huge crowds and millions in donations.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracting
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Analyst Matt Dellatorre and team says the pharma stock is extremely attractive at current levels and that investors should remain calm.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2026
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Colors range from purple to pink, and the low-growing foliage makes an attractive ground cover.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Gage’s Robert is also no slouch in the come-on department, gushing over Jack’s appearance and enticing him by wearing women’s lingerie and doing you don’t want to know what else.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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There aren’t exactly enticing free-agent options at the position, either, so maybe general manager Brian Gutekunst uses his second-round pick on a cornerback and develops him behind Nixon and Carrington Valentine for now.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Later during the keynote, Hounsou shared an interesting nugget about the film’s budget when asked by an audience member about the difficulty of getting period films about the African diaspora off the ground in Hollywood.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 Feb. 2026
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Bubic had an interesting offseason.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Florida Lottery site states game add-ons include Double Play for $1, a bonus drawing where players could win up to $250,000 using the same numbers (Double Play drawings are held immediately after Florida Lotto drawings).—
Jennifer Sangalang,
Florida Times-Union,
5 Feb. 2026
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As did the fact that our professors were clearly having a wonderful time, joining in our creative-writing exercises and drawing lessons with gusto.—
Richard Godwin,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Shear’s funny, entertaining and often-surprising play, which made its world premiere Sunday at La Jolla Playhouse, is not a story about the Child of TV fame.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Rowe and Mark May were presenters, while Rowe, a pioneer in women's sports broadcasting, interviewed all the nominees in her charming and entertaining way.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The charming boutique hotel opened in 2009, and is home to two beautiful restaurants.—
Rebekah Evans,
TheWeek,
5 Feb. 2026
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Start by checking into the 12-key Washington School House Hotel, a charming boutique property that puts you within walking distance of the best shopping and eating on Main Street.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Or, indeed, anyone else’s, given its alluring but thoroughly peculiar jumble of comic, dramatic and generally antic tones, or the increasingly indeterminate target of its hollow social satire.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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If ambiance is as alluring as the food for your romantic rendezvous, this high-style seafood spot in downtown Milwaukee is for you.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Behind the bed, past the requisite sunken bath, lies an enchanting lovers’ garden with a plunge pool, a cascading outdoor shower, and a daybed for two.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Lim would know firsthand, of course, given Phlur’s undisputed popularity; the brand who, arguably, put the body mist back on the map with its enchanting scents at accessible price points.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Attracting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracting. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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