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as in engaged
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as in concerned
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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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Recent Examples of interested
Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 29 May 2026
For example, Daniel has been interested in aerospace for years, while Logan is more interested in videography and documentation.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Ross Channing Reed, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026
That’s what interested us as well.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
In particular, the researchers were interested in the moons of gas giant Jupiter and ice giant Uranus.
—Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 29 May 2026
For example, Daniel has been interested in aerospace for years, while Logan is more interested in videography and documentation.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Verb
Cindy would give Ann gourmet popcorn or maybe a sweatshirt from her alma mater, while Ann would give Cindy a special book on a topic that interested her, or maybe an old batch of family recipes.
—Ross Channing Reed, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026
That’s what interested us as well.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
Adjective
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Through workshops, brain-health nutrition and other innovative tools such as exergaming — interactive technology that combines exercise with gaming — residents can explore new ways to stay engaged and nurture continued vitality.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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That underdeveloped online channel is likely why the David Bellinger of Mizuho said many of these newer digital customers appear less engaged with Costco’s traditional warehouse experience.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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However, some critics are also concerned that getting a weight loss prescription online is usually much easier than getting one through an in-person appointment.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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That's leading seniors to be increasingly concerned about what could happen to their monthly benefits if creditors come calling.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The setting is an unidentified town in Ohio in the early 1970s, a rec center that plays host to a weekly meeting of seven women, all walks of life, who are intrigued by this new talk of Women’s Liberation and consciousness-raising.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
26 May 2026
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The way they’re being listened to, the way a judge might nod at them or laugh at them or look intrigued by them.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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Navarrete is working with a law firm and hopes those involved will get jail-time.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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The case will continue to be litigated in the digital court of scrolling as long as the involved parties (and uninvolved parties) carry on Shirilla’s legacy of posting.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
28 May 2026
Verb
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But he’s always been fascinated by this heroine’s story.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2026
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The combined disgust, discomfort, ignorance, and fascination with our Indigeneity that unsettled my aunties and fascinated my cousins made more sense to me.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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And now, with his passing, along with McQueen and Malcolm — Brown’s famous three amigos who rode into our hearts and enthralled millions, are no more.—
Mark Dee
May 9,
Idaho Statesman,
9 May 2026
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Today, many Christians remain enthralled by these stories, which fill in gaps from the New Testament and provide intriguing details of the lives and ministries of biblical figures.—
Christy Cobb,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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By widening the lens, Clark is able to redirect the book’s gaze from the mother toward a quizzical, sometimes critical, but not unaffectionate portrait of two generations of political activism, with the attendant self-involvement and domestic negligence.—
James Wood,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Carpenter responded with a quizzical frown.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If the Wizards are much more competitive in the season ahead, as expected, more lower-bowl seats should be occupied.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The bar, in space once occupied by Edible Arrangements at mid-block, will offer low-cost beer and drinks — in the tradition of a hip, dive bar — plus a limited menu of food.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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