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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
Will Carless, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Montana’s senior senator and one of its two members of Congress are not running for reelection this year, attracting crowded fields of both Republicans and Democrats seeking to replace them.
—Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 3 June 2026
The gathering has for decades been Russia’s leading event for attracting foreign capital.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Why is ethanol power attracting attention One of the biggest challenges facing modern power grids is balancing reliability with decarbonization.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
Places like Palm Springs are attracting travelers looking to soak in the quiet desert views, and mornings seem to be made for peace.
—Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
The sector has remained a source of steady job growth, attracting anyone seeking a more reliable path into the workforce.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
But the European car market is becoming increasingly competitive due to an influx of Chinese auto brands, which are attracting consumers with their advanced technology at lower prices.
—Alexa St. John, Fortune, 27 May 2026
At a time when sports are at the center of culture, Dick’s is having little issue attracting customers.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 27 May 2026
Verb
Members of the group participate in several demonstrations a year, usually attracting at least 100 participants.
—Will Carless, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Montana’s senior senator and one of its two members of Congress are not running for reelection this year, attracting crowded fields of both Republicans and Democrats seeking to replace them.
—Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 3 June 2026
The gathering has for decades been Russia’s leading event for attracting foreign capital.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Why is ethanol power attracting attention One of the biggest challenges facing modern power grids is balancing reliability with decarbonization.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
Places like Palm Springs are attracting travelers looking to soak in the quiet desert views, and mornings seem to be made for peace.
—Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
The sector has remained a source of steady job growth, attracting anyone seeking a more reliable path into the workforce.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
But the European car market is becoming increasingly competitive due to an influx of Chinese auto brands, which are attracting consumers with their advanced technology at lower prices.
—Alexa St. John, Fortune, 27 May 2026
At a time when sports are at the center of culture, Dick’s is having little issue attracting customers.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracting
Adjective
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And as if managing the spotlight and headlines weren’t enough, Austin trips and falls right in front of Diego Cruz, his attractive, flirty rival.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Logistics, in particular, has become an attractive sector for deployment.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Tranquill then became the recruiter during the 2026 offseason, enticing safety Alohi Gilman to join him in Kansas City.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Tucker faces charges of enticing a minor by computer and criminal attempt to commit risk of injury to a minor in connection with an investigation conducted by the Bloomfield Police Department.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The mini-bar had a decent selection of interesting snacks, and for coffee there’s a Nespresso machine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The white, wavy detailing adds just enough contrast to feel fresh and interesting without sacrificing comfort or versatility.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Verb
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And as far as drawing comparisons to Damian Lillard’s trade demands from Portland, this is not the case of a player insisting on solely going to one team.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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Lee also warned about drawing strong conclusions from early returns, estimating that only about 40% of ballots cast had been counted through Wednesday.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Accommodations range from deluxe, superior, and premier to urban, and two penthouses, the latter of which are a statement stay that seem better suited for entertaining than sleeping.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Instead of a conversation on fouls and play stoppage, fans will see youth, ascendant stars and teams, and basketball that’s inherently entertaining to watch.—
John Cassillo,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The festive, charming and energetic North American tour of the Broadway production is packed with as much nostalgia as new characters that are doppelgangers for the original series’ heroes and villains, and who often challenge our assumptions about their infamous families.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
4 June 2026
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Guest says season two will reckon with Simon and Trevor’s legal standing without abandoning their charming dynamic as actors-in-arms.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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The patent leather adds alluring shine and the skinny heel is perfection.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
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An alluring take on the Bento box book cover trend.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Not your average octopus Octopuses are enchanting creatures, said Jim Barry, senior scientist at Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute in California, who was not involved with the study.—
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
27 May 2026
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However, an enchanting nightclub singer, Cat Hardy (Li Jun Li), and a case involving World War I veterans imbued with strange powers, pulls him back into action.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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“Attracting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracting. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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