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
The annual event attracts a mix of neighbors, returning supporters and first-time visitors.
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Nick Lunemann,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
This channel attracts brands too, with long-term deals with Old Spice, the NFL, movie studios and tourism boards.
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Steven Bertoni,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The rainy season in South Florida attracts more amphibious jumpers to home yards — and every pet owner should fear one kind.
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Amaia Gavica,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2026
The color yellow attracts yellow jackets and other pollinating insects, so the all-red design increases your chances of attracting hummingbirds and discourages bees and wasps from staking claim over the sweet nectar.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
The port already supports more than 273,000 jobs statewide and generates over $70 billion in annual economic impact, numbers that stand only to grow as double-stack service opens new markets and attracts new business.
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Wes Moore,
Baltimore Sun,
22 June 2026
The agreement covers equipment that rarely attracts attention but remains essential to daily naval operations.
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Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
22 June 2026
China now accounts for roughly a third of the innovative molecules in global drug pipelines and attracts about three‑quarters of Asia’s biotech venture funding, according to a report from ING released last week.
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Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
There's one tent, however, that attracts an especially impressive line of people for its baked goods.
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Colleen McNally Arnett,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Nick Lunemann,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
This channel attracts brands too, with long-term deals with Old Spice, the NFL, movie studios and tourism boards.
—
Steven Bertoni,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The rainy season in South Florida attracts more amphibious jumpers to home yards — and every pet owner should fear one kind.
—
Amaia Gavica,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2026
The color yellow attracts yellow jackets and other pollinating insects, so the all-red design increases your chances of attracting hummingbirds and discourages bees and wasps from staking claim over the sweet nectar.
—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
The port already supports more than 273,000 jobs statewide and generates over $70 billion in annual economic impact, numbers that stand only to grow as double-stack service opens new markets and attracts new business.
—
Wes Moore,
Baltimore Sun,
22 June 2026
The agreement covers equipment that rarely attracts attention but remains essential to daily naval operations.
—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
22 June 2026
China now accounts for roughly a third of the innovative molecules in global drug pipelines and attracts about three‑quarters of Asia’s biotech venture funding, according to a report from ING released last week.
—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
There's one tent, however, that attracts an especially impressive line of people for its baked goods.
—
Colleen McNally Arnett,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracts
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Named for the English resort city of Bath, Bath County entices visitors to slow down and connect with nature.
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In a European women’s football ecosystem that still relies predominantly on the beneficence of men’s football, Kang’s bullishness to put her money where her mouth is naturally entices.
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Focus on how your team members can learn and grow, and discuss with them what interests them.
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That coexistence interests me more than any single genre.
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The food prepared by Libby and George Miller, who put their truck on the road following the successful launch of a catering business, always draws a line at local festivals.
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But as the November election draws closer and Republicans are trying to defend their majorities, Trump is instead needling Congress with his demands and reversals, driving several Republican senators to disparage his actions publicly for the first time.
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“Attracts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracts. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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