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
Present yourself clearly, because consistency attracts strong, meaningful support.
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Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The park attracts thousands of international visitors for diving, trekking and wildlife tours.
—CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
France and Portugal are catching up to the Danube and Rhine rivers for popularity in Europe while the mighty Mississippi River attracts travelers who want to remain stateside.
—Marcia Simon, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
The station burned in 1988, but the tower still attracts passersby.
—Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
The resort, which features Disneyland, Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney in Anaheim attracts about 28 million visitors per year, Road Genius reported.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
But the annual Mar-a-Lago gala, which also attracts politicians and celebrities, may bring them all to one place the way the inauguration did earlier this year.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
Approaching its 10th anniversary in 2026, the Henry Howard attracts a loyal following of repeat guests who value a deeper connection with the city and the slower pace of the Lower Garden District.
—AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2025
Dubizzle has been bulking up over the past year, acquiring Egypt’s Hatla2ee, which attracts more than 2 million monthly visitors across its website and mobile app, building on its portfolio of auto platforms, including DriveArabia.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2025
Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The park attracts thousands of international visitors for diving, trekking and wildlife tours.
—CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
France and Portugal are catching up to the Danube and Rhine rivers for popularity in Europe while the mighty Mississippi River attracts travelers who want to remain stateside.
—Marcia Simon, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
The station burned in 1988, but the tower still attracts passersby.
—Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
The resort, which features Disneyland, Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney in Anaheim attracts about 28 million visitors per year, Road Genius reported.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
But the annual Mar-a-Lago gala, which also attracts politicians and celebrities, may bring them all to one place the way the inauguration did earlier this year.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
Approaching its 10th anniversary in 2026, the Henry Howard attracts a loyal following of repeat guests who value a deeper connection with the city and the slower pace of the Lower Garden District.
—AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2025
Dubizzle has been bulking up over the past year, acquiring Egypt’s Hatla2ee, which attracts more than 2 million monthly visitors across its website and mobile app, building on its portfolio of auto platforms, including DriveArabia.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracts
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With showy wine-red blossoms that perfume the garden with the distinctive aromas of chocolate and vanilla from mid-summer through fall, chocolate cosmos entices butterflies and curious gardeners alike.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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The structure is illustrated below, with one player positioned on the byline and another level with the penalty area to form a triangle that entices opponents out to defend.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Click on the parlay hub or go to and individual matchup that interests you to find popular options.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Because the books cover the story of the Ozarks region from prehistoric times to the 21st century, readers are likely to find a little something about any part of regional history that interests them.—
Becca Martin-Brown,
Arkansas Online,
29 Oct. 2025
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Located in the heart of the plaza, the Folsom Ice Rink draws crowds for 90-minute skating sessions and seasonal events under string lights.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Part therapy session, part history project, the exercise draws from Indigenous traditions to cultivate memories and bring out reflections about the Ojibwe language, practices and community.—
Holly J. McDede,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Attracts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracts. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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