as in magnets
something that attracts interest
a park with the world's fastest roller coaster and other attractions
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Recent Examples of attractions
The Galacticoaster is the centerpiece of Lego Galaxy, which also includes two smaller outdoor attractions, a vintage-style shoot-’em-up video game and a play area for little ones.
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Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Carnival rides, midway attractions and agricultural demonstrations soon became staples.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The sale better positions Six Flags to invest in new rides and attractions, upgrade park infrastructure and technology and enhance experiences with immersive entertainment at remaining parks like Carowinds, company spokesman Gary Rhodes told the Observer on Friday.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Book early for hotels located near the parade route, such as The Graduate Hotel and 86 State Circle, both of which are ideally situated for exploring the city’s historic sites and attractions.
—Katie Riley, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Currently, Six Flags parks also have a deal to brand attractions with characters from the DC Universe, with multiple roller coasters and other rides themed to characters like Batman, Superman, Catwoman, Wonder Woman, the Joker, and more heroes and villains from the comics space.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
The destination may not have major headline attractions, but friendly locals play a key role in shaping Magong’s relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
There are also special attractions each month.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Organizers have proposed attractions like food trucks, line dancing lessons, inflatables, photo ops, giant board games and live music.
—Nathan Pilling
march 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Carnival rides, midway attractions and agricultural demonstrations soon became staples.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The sale better positions Six Flags to invest in new rides and attractions, upgrade park infrastructure and technology and enhance experiences with immersive entertainment at remaining parks like Carowinds, company spokesman Gary Rhodes told the Observer on Friday.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Book early for hotels located near the parade route, such as The Graduate Hotel and 86 State Circle, both of which are ideally situated for exploring the city’s historic sites and attractions.
—Katie Riley, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Currently, Six Flags parks also have a deal to brand attractions with characters from the DC Universe, with multiple roller coasters and other rides themed to characters like Batman, Superman, Catwoman, Wonder Woman, the Joker, and more heroes and villains from the comics space.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
The destination may not have major headline attractions, but friendly locals play a key role in shaping Magong’s relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
There are also special attractions each month.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Organizers have proposed attractions like food trucks, line dancing lessons, inflatables, photo ops, giant board games and live music.
—Nathan Pilling
march 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attractions
magnets
Noun
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The 200+200 giga-electron volt proton-proton collider was designed to use advanced superconducting magnets cooled by a massive helium refrigeration system to produce high-energy collisions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the iPhone 17 series supports Apple’s MagSafe magnetic charging solution, while the Galaxy 26 line lacks magnets.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Attractions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attractions. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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