1
as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
generally the star of a TV commercial is an attractive person
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2
as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
world travel has always been very attractive to me
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Recent Examples of attractive
Now, countries like Malta, Malaysia, Uruguay, and Turkey outrank them as more attractive places to grow old, offering a stronger mix of value for money, stability, and quality of life—a shift that underscores just how dramatically retirement economics have changed.
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Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
Classy baby shower decor Floral decorations are fun and attractive.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
But, this is sadly a highly attractive spot for dirt, dust, and dead bugs to collect.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
That scale also makes the company an attractive target for cybercriminals.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
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Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
Classy baby shower decor Floral decorations are fun and attractive.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
But, this is sadly a highly attractive spot for dirt, dust, and dead bugs to collect.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
That scale also makes the company an attractive target for cybercriminals.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for attractive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attractive
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Isolated by its beautiful, rugged mountains, West Virginia sits entirely within Appalachia and has long been listed at the bottom of a laundry list of failings, including poor health and a lack of education.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The patio at Bricks and Horses is as beautiful as ever, and now the menu is better than ever.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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There are few things more on trend than grass-alternative lawns right now; between wanting something lower maintenance and lower cost, different options like clover, chamomile, and creeping thyme are looking much more appealing to the average homeowner.—
Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
5 Apr. 2026
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Today’s Prius combines the same legendary efficiency with real performance, genuinely appealing design and everyday practicality.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Moon in your 8th House of Delicate Topics soothes handsome Jupiter in your 4th House of Roots.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2026
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This handsome boy is smart and loves to learn.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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Ultimately, Odom comes off as a charismatic but troubled figure who still faces an uncertain future.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Both species are highly charismatic megafauna.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026
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Best Amazon Shoes and Accessories Deals Round out your spring wardrobe with supportive shoes, cute bags, and fun accessories from brands like Brooks, Kate Spade, and Kendra Scott.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
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In the middle of the garden is a seating area with simple but cute second-hand furniture and a three-tier stone fountain from Backyard X-Scapes on Sorrento Valley Road.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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The spa There is no spa, but there is a charming pool area with green-and-white striped chaise lounges and grass-green sun umbrellas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Apr. 2026
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Cushion Moss Attractive cushion moss (Leucobryum glaucum) grows in charming clumps or mounds that are sure to stand out in any garden.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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One one side, a lovely mother and daughter in the middle of planning her wedding.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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This is a lovely array of dresses, and it is pulled from a collection that DAM’s fans and supporters can easily admire.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Set the scene Pigalle, situated at the foot of Montmartre, may have shaken off its reputation for debauchery but the neighborhood nonetheless preserves a seductive energy, a holdover from its red-light-district days.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Then there are the intangibles, the seductive addictiveness of just how meaningful English football is, both to each club’s community and to the entire planet.—
Andrés Martinez,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Attractive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attractive. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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