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as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
the fascinating cities and peoples of central Asia have been intriguing travelers at least since the time of Marco Polo
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as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
the fascinating—but dubious—legend that Pocahontas rescued John Smith from certain death
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as in charming
to attract or delight as if by magic
for years the zoo's family of giant pandas have fascinated visitors
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as in enchanting
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
I can gaze at the sea for hours, fascinated by the never-ending waves crashing upon the shore
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
the subject of artificial intelligence fascinates me
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Recent Examples of fascinating
Phil Nickinson, PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2025
The brouhaha over questions regarding what really happened in the Jeffrey Epstein case has a fascinating historical reference.
—Tracy Ullman, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
Researchers say this behavioral trait points to a fascinating disconnect between the brain’s auditory and reward networks.
—Jay Kakade
august 10, New Atlas, 10 Aug. 2025
The varied history is fascinating, too: France’s fertility fell fast in the 1700s, long before its neighbors’ did and long before hormonal birth control or latex condoms were invented.
—Literary Hub, 8 Aug. 2025
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The second input on the rear is a fascinating option.
—Phil Nickinson, PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2025
The brouhaha over questions regarding what really happened in the Jeffrey Epstein case has a fascinating historical reference.
—Tracy Ullman, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
Researchers say this behavioral trait points to a fascinating disconnect between the brain’s auditory and reward networks.
—Jay Kakade
august 10, New Atlas, 10 Aug. 2025
The varied history is fascinating, too: France’s fertility fell fast in the 1700s, long before its neighbors’ did and long before hormonal birth control or latex condoms were invented.
—Literary Hub, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fascinating
Adjective
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Others court employees with improved amenities and greater schedule autonomy, aiming to make office time more appealing than mandatory.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Birdbaths are hotspots for transmission between prey species, especially in hot summer months when the water is more appealing.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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What was really interesting about so much of the work was that materiality and texture were so tangible.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Clarkson and Blackstock's divorce settlement made headlines in part for the inclusion of one interesting detail: their children's vaccination status.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Williams, the charismatic GM of the 76ers, left his gig in Philly to lead Orlando’s expansion push.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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Ruben Amorim's charismatic way of speaking also helps.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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For millennials who recognize Snow from cult-classic teen comedies like 2006’s John Tucker Must Die and the Pitch Perfect franchise, her starring role as the self-destructive Sophie in The Hunting Wives is simultaneously nostalgic and intriguing.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
8 Aug. 2025
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Leagues Cup action returns on Thursday with an intriguing showdown, as the MLS side LA Galaxy takes on Liga MX team Santos Laguna.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.—
Neel Shelat,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Like during past periods of uncertainty, such as the 2008 financial crisis or early Covid-19 years, some companies may be available at more attractive entry points.—
Lisya Bahar Manoah,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Thus, the poorest countries in Central America, Central and South Asia, and Africa are likely to become stuck in the economic lowlands with little means of exit while the larger, geopolitically significant emerging markets will, relatively speaking, become more attractive.—
Adam S. Posen,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Every chapter is loaded with arcane information delivered in an engaging style.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
12 Aug. 2025
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This can not only improve employees' health and well-being but also create a more engaging work environment.—
Sourabh Deorah,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Experts say the falling rate could thaw the largely frozen housing market by enticing buyers off the sidelines.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
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Nearly all bird species feed their young insects, so planting native greenery that attracts bugs can be enticing to hummingbirds.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Fascinating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fascinating. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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