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as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
movie stars often have an engaging aura that is hard to describe
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as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
a movie with an engaging story that will hold your interest for a couple of hours
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
the challenging jigsaw puzzle engaged us all evening
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as in facing
to enter into contest or conflict with
the daring young captain was eager to engage the enemy
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as in committing
to obligate by prior agreement
we can't go to the dance because we're already engaged to attend a piano recital
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as in employing
to provide with a paying job
the wealthy couple are looking to engage a handyman to take care of the estate
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as in hiring
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum
my sister and her boyfriend have engaged a chauffeured limousine for the prom
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Recent Examples of engaging
Emma Caldwell, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The result is a deeply engaging account that should be essential listening for anyone interested in America’s civil rights history.
—Audiofile Magazine
august 29, Literary Hub, 29 Aug. 2025
Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
Liberals often suggest that local governments should focus on engaging youths in activities.
—Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
The Public Theater’s productions are known for their creative staging, modern costumes, and diverse casts, making each show accessible and engaging.
—Emma Caldwell, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The result is a deeply engaging account that should be essential listening for anyone interested in America’s civil rights history.
—Audiofile Magazine
august 29, Literary Hub, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Henderson recalls the early days of downtown redevelopment, noting that family-friendly spaces like the College Basketball Experience were key in making downtown a safe, engaging destination for all ages.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
Liberals often suggest that local governments should focus on engaging youths in activities.
—Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engaging
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So instead of railing against technology, they’re focused on making the physical world as accessible and appealing as possible.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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Here are the 12 features homebuyers are searching for, and what rooms are most appealing to potentially sell your home fast and boost your property value.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
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So, ask yourself, Is my profile accurate, up-to-date, relevant, interesting, impressive, and credible?—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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What makes the show interesting, however, isn’t just the chemistry between the trio of anchors, though that is certainly part of the equation.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Despite facing challenges to get the march off the ground this year, supporters came bearing flags, signs and spirit on the eve of the Boise Pride Festival, which takes place this weekend.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
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His second came on a 24-yard run with the Trojans facing a fourth-and-1.—
Cody Thorn,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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McBee also admitted to committing additional fraud in 2019 and 2020.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Wilma Jamitza Medina, 50, the boy’s mother, is accused of committing the fatal act, police say.—
TJ Macias,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Today, the foundation operates the state’s largest private, nonprofit art program, including employing nearly 20 art professionals.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Winocour is a tasteful stylist, employing Filip Leyman and Anna Von Hausswolff’s evocative score to further elevate her already plenty stirring pictures.—
Richard Lawson,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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This season could establish whether the Detroit Lions should have prioritized keeping Engstrand to replace Ben Johnson instead of hiring John Morton and letting Engstrand follow Aaron Glenn to the Jets.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Moving to a wage- or qualification-based system could dramatically alter hiring incentives.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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My brother was a poet, classics scholar, and charismatic leader of nerds who blossomed into a handsome surfer and then nosedived into schizophrenia and a life of unfiltered Camel cigarettes, caffeine, and antipsychotics.—
Kim Gordon,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
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Isaac’s charismatic presence holds the tentacles of Nick’s story together.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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For those reasons and more, Rohl’s signing on a season-long loan, with a €20million obligation provided Everton avoid relegation, is intriguing.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Those two rookies will join Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker in the wide receiver room, and the Panthers also have an intriguing prospect in Ja'Tavion Sanders at tight end.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Engaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engaging. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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