as in entices
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 attracts
Co-produced with Hungry Bear, the reboot of the old ITV show attracts millions of viewers per ep and has spawned a celebrity version along with live experiences.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Japan is considered one of Asia’s top snow sports destinations due to its powder snow, which attracts a large number of foreign tourists each winter.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 2 Feb. 2026
The iconic museum attracts many thanks to its various exhibits and extensive art collection of roughly 9,000 objects belonging to Sir William Holbourne, the fifth baronet of Menstrie.
—Kayla Keegan, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
The hotel’s proximity to PortMiami regularly attracts travelers ready to get on a cruise.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
Euphoria attracts capital at precisely the wrong moment, while fear creates opportunity for patient investors.
—Alice Liu, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The market typically attracts more than 2,100 participants from 60 countries, including decision makers, producers, filmmakers, sales agents and funders.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Yet for all the star power his name attracts, Winslow will never write with a specific actor in mind.
—Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
The Golden Gate Bridge attracts more than 10 million tourists every year.
—Kimberley Lovato, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026
Max Goldbart, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2026
Japan is considered one of Asia’s top snow sports destinations due to its powder snow, which attracts a large number of foreign tourists each winter.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 2 Feb. 2026
The iconic museum attracts many thanks to its various exhibits and extensive art collection of roughly 9,000 objects belonging to Sir William Holbourne, the fifth baronet of Menstrie.
—Kayla Keegan, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
The hotel’s proximity to PortMiami regularly attracts travelers ready to get on a cruise.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
Euphoria attracts capital at precisely the wrong moment, while fear creates opportunity for patient investors.
—Alice Liu, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The market typically attracts more than 2,100 participants from 60 countries, including decision makers, producers, filmmakers, sales agents and funders.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Yet for all the star power his name attracts, Winslow will never write with a specific actor in mind.
—Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
The Golden Gate Bridge attracts more than 10 million tourists every year.
—Kimberley Lovato, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracts
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Your starter entices with a spicy-tangy flavor, leading into the classic roasted chicken entree.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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While Summer most likely has tonnes of toys and a dog bed, there’s something about cardboard boxes that entices pets.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
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Pick a topic that interests you, and look for book recommendations made by experts in that field to work out which reads are worth your valuable time.—
Barnaby Lashbrooke,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Choose a specific cause that interests your kids and give back together.—
Christine Michel Carter,
Parents,
17 Jan. 2026
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San Francisco — FanDuel CEO Amy Howe told CNN Sports on Friday her company is working closely with the NFL to ensure that enormous events like the Super Bowl, one of the games that draws the most action annually, are insulated from problematic gambling.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Attack draws international condemnation The attack drew condemnation from the wider international community, including the United States, Russia and the European Union.—
Munir Ahmed,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Attracts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracts. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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