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adjective

Definition of enticingnext
as in tempting

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verb

present participle of entice
as in luring
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage every commercial seemed to be for some tempting snack specifically designed to entice me from my diet

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Recent Examples of enticing
Adjective
Wrapping sweet and savory fillings inside their versions, the Riley duo offers both breakfast and lunch at the brick-and-mortar — with enticing coffee and matcha beverages also being popular items. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 23 July 2026 Despite an uneven season, Gausman remains a highly marketable starter due to his experience and postseason pedigree, potentially offering an enticing return for the Blue Jays. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Verb
That’s despite a lot of effort companies such as Airbnb put in into enticing new hosts. — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026 While the cost of a luxury cruise can vary depending on the cruise line, itinerary, and room style, the all-inclusive nature of luxury cruises can be enticing for travelers. — Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for enticing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enticing
  1. tempting
  2. luring
  3. tantalizing
  4. seducing
  5. appealing
  6. enthralling
  7. alluring
Adjective
  • Eager as the women are to nab a serial killer, going after the network’s Epstein-like billionaire ringleader proves even more tempting.
    — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 30 July 2026
  • When all eyes are on you, positioning your organization as unquestionably ahead of the curve can be tempting.
    — Rochelle Blease, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of tempting
Verb
  • When Vermeil soon thereafter retired again, Stiles rejoined the Chiefs … and became instrumental in luring Vermeil to Kansas City.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026
  • China was luring scientists back with patriotic appeals and the promise of transforming the nation’s scientific prospects.
    — Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of luring
Adjective
  • As Barger rehabbed, neared game action and then suffered a setback (a back injury) while recovering from his initial elbow injury, the outfielder’s potential return was a tantalizing prospect for a Jays team in need of an offensive injection.
    — Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Chase DeLauter has compelling odds for his home run prop in a tantalizing matchup.
    — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of tantalizing
Verb
  • The young women acted as underground assassins, seducing Nazi officers, luring them into the woods and killing them.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026
  • The writer thinks that the person seducing the main character is just some flotsam, hardly worth a second look.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 June 2026
Definition of seducing
Adjective
  • Focus on the actual daily work of a potential new role, not just its appealing identity.
    — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The quantity is appealing, but in the return from Atlanta, who is a true impact player/pitcher to help fill part of Skubal’s shoes?
    — Jesús Cano, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of appealing
Adjective
  • The romance of Prague is enthralling, from its pretty winding lanes to its skyline of rising spires.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 21 July 2026
  • Creative players both, this could be an enthralling matchup — and Fery should get the Centre Court berth that British players dream about.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of enthralling
Adjective
  • Urgessa is known for his alluring figurative paintings that feature various Black figures often in enigmatic poses and spaces.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Caglianone should take advantage of his matchup against a homer-prone and fly-ball pitcher by launching a home run tonight and cash in for bettors who take advantage of his alluring +489 odds to hit a home run.
    — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of alluring

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