1
as in engaged
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Relevance
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2
as in concerned
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Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in intrigued
to hold the attention of
the book didn't interest me, so I ended up watching the parade of people on the sidewalk
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Try This Instead
Try This InsteadFor
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interested parties
an interested reader
interested buyers
interested citizens
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Recent Examples of interested
Thomas E. Ricks
june 6, Literary Hub, 6 June 2025
The Knicks are reportedly interested in tabbing Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd as the successor to Tom Thibodeau’s throne at Madison Square Garden, according to longtime NBA insider Marc Stein and ESPN’s Shams Charania.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 June 2025
However, new customers interested in taking advantage of the deal will need to own the Starlink dish.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 6 June 2025
Furthermore, Italy is knocking on Garcia’s door because Napoli and Inter Milan want him, and Bayer Leverkusen is also interested in Germany.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Adjective
Then sit down and write a publicity memo, listing audiences that might be interested in the book, groups that might invite you to talk, media shows that seem to be interested in your subject.
—Thomas E. Ricks
june 6, Literary Hub, 6 June 2025
The Knicks are reportedly interested in tabbing Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd as the successor to Tom Thibodeau’s throne at Madison Square Garden, according to longtime NBA insider Marc Stein and ESPN’s Shams Charania.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 June 2025
However, new customers interested in taking advantage of the deal will need to own the Starlink dish.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 6 June 2025
Furthermore, Italy is knocking on Garcia’s door because Napoli and Inter Milan want him, and Bayer Leverkusen is also interested in Germany.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for interested
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
Adjective
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Company boards and top management teams should be willing and interested in hearing detailed analysis and constructive criticism from engaged shareholders.—
Alexander Savin,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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While being a present and engaged parent is essential, preventing abuse requires more concrete action, according to experts.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Many organizations still perceive acupuncture as a niche service or are concerned about upfront costs and ROI.—
Irina Logman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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At the same time, Qasem Hassan was deeply concerned about a bill advancing through the Knesset.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
Verb
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The Ravens would have to be intrigued if Banks falls in the mid-20s.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Traded by the Angels and non-tendered by Atlanta, Canning signed with the Mets because he was intrigued by their successful major-league development of starters last season.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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For instance, some of you may have become more involved in communication or intellectual pursuits.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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One of the involved drivers, a 35-year-old Sacramento woman, sustained serious injuries and was taken to a local hospital, officers said.—
The Sacramento Bee,
Sacbee.com,
18 May 2025
Verb
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Check out Pima Air & Space Museum For those fascinated by astronomy and aerospace, the Pima Air & Space Museum is an essential stop along Tucson’s Astro Trail.—
Visit Tucson,
AFAR Media,
20 Mar. 2025
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Friendship stores selling specialty foodstuffs, silks, and Maoist tchotchkes emerged to meet demand from both Chinese immigrants seeking familiar comforts and Americans fascinated by the exotic wares.—
Mark Tseng-Putterman / Made by History,
TIME,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Other jurors appeared curious and quizzical, some looking at Cassie or jotting notes.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Team owner Shad Khan looked up with a quizzical expression.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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No filmmaker was better-equipped to capture the institutional failures of our economic collapse in 2007-08, as Soderbergh has always been pre-occupied by the alienating relationship between our economic systems and his characters.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
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The remainder of the hearing was occupied with timetables for jury selection, motions and disclosure of evidence.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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But by night, Robert immersed himself in a private version of Infinity tricked out to mimic his favorite Star Trek-like TV show and played all-powerful commander to a team of sentient, captive—and miserable—clones of Walton and other co-workers.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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Based on their findings, the authors recommend pouring hot water over your coffee grounds slowly to give the beans more time immersed in the water.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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