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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
Nora Deligter, Curbed, 15 May 2026
And ever since, people have remained interested in the relationship between the two, particularly as both their families have grown.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 May 2026
Peter Warren, Houston Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2026
The character that interested me was (his alter ego) Norman Osborn.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The most god-awful studios are regularly renting for thousands and thousands of dollars with lines of interested tenants out the door.
—Nora Deligter, Curbed, 15 May 2026
And ever since, people have remained interested in the relationship between the two, particularly as both their families have grown.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 May 2026
Verb
Holden said the opportunity to continue telling the city's story, alerting people to hospitality options that highlight Houston culture and hopefully convincing some people to come to area were things that interested him about the role.
—Peter Warren, Houston Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2026
The character that interested me was (his alter ego) Norman Osborn.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
Adjective
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The result is a fiery and impassioned offering that finds the veteran fully engaged and intent on proving no chinks have been left in his armor despite his tenuous back-and-forth with his Compton counterpart.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
15 May 2026
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The debate, the back and forth, the unsolicited tags—that is where trust is built in public, where brand affinity becomes visible and where your most engaged audience shows themselves to you.—
Rhea Karo,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Anne and Henry got updates on her, but Anne was very concerned with her.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
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Hollywood’s actors and writers unions, after winning AI protections in bargaining with studios, remain concerned about the potential misuse of the tech.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
14 May 2026
Verb
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When one of Zotkina’s colleagues, archaeologist Ksenia Kolobova, saw a pattern of circular marks lining the hole that were similar to those made by early human dental work, Zotkina was intrigued.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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In addition to working with Carell, Clive was intrigued by the journey that Katie goes on in such a short period.—
Leigh Nordstrom,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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His son was a part-time bat boy before becoming more involved with the Mets after his dad’s arrival.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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The competitive clinic market has also pushed standards higher, with advanced technology and meticulous service now the norm for visitors seeking everything from a basic facial to more involved cosmetic procedures.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Case owned one of the few pianos in town, and the instrument greatly fascinated Powell.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 May 2026
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The idea of the ouroboros (a snake eating its tail) has always fascinated me.—
Peter Bogdanovich,
IndieWire,
13 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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At least 27 homes were so severely damaged that they could not be safely occupied along the coast, according to the California Coastal Commission.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The drive-thru coffee house will take over the property previously occupied by TGI Fridays, which closed five years ago, said petitioner James Hus of the DVG Team.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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