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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
Tom Bowman, NPR, 10 Apr. 2026
In litigation, the dispute is played out in a public forum that interested groups can follow.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
What interested him most about returning to the role was playing those contradictions at once.
—Anushka Halve, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
The busiest single day saw 12 new clients join, with one person saying four other members of their platoon were also interested.
—Tom Bowman, NPR, 10 Apr. 2026
In litigation, the dispute is played out in a public forum that interested groups can follow.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
What interested me from the very start was a certain fundamental clash of cultures that the crime seemed to have exposed.
—Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
What interested him most about returning to the role was playing those contradictions at once.
—Anushka Halve, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for interested
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
Adjective
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Across group chats, bridal forums, and doctors’ offices, a growing number of engaged couples are turning to GLP-1 medications—drugs originally developed to treat diabetes and now widely prescribed for weight loss—as part of their wedding preparation timeline.—
Sara Radin,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2026
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Experts say optimism can be cultivated through habits like gratitude and staying socially engaged.—
Rob Williams,
EverydayHealth.com,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Horner also talked about being concerned about losing his job, wanting to see his child and worrying about what was going to happen to him, Espinoza said.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Some officials are concerned there won’t be enough new cops to replace those projected to leave or retire in the coming years.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Board Member Marc Willensky said he was intrigued by the Exploring AI course so that students can learn the risks and proper uses of artificial intelligence as a tool.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, Maul is also intrigued by the prospect of recruiting a new apprentice, a Jedi Padawan named Devon.—
Rafael Motamayor,
IndieWire,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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For associations, unit owners will know what to expect in actions seeking to remove a director, and courts could become more involved in governance disputes involving dysfunctional boards, developer transitions, or allegations of financial mismanagement.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Williams allegedly became involved in a physical altercation with the K-9 and multiple officers, punching the dog several times in the head and body, Caruso said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Older kids might be fascinated by the artists sketching portraits, while little ones can take in the sights from a stroller.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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The history of theater fascinated me too.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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
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Then Atre and his friends would retire to their desks and go to work, focused, enthralled, relentless — ten, twelve, fourteen hours without pause — applying their energies to their various start-ups and inventions and business ideas.—
Scott Eden,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There won’t be any TikTok dances near Amen Corner, nor quizzical reels filmed with Jason Kelce under the Big Oak.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Right from his beginnings with the Talking Heads, Byrne’s quizzical temperament has fueled a determination both to never resist change and to remain open to all kinds of external stimuli.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The British troops eventually occupied the town.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Society Apartments on Pratt Street were cleared by the city for occupancy just a week ago and a preleasing push has drawn nine applications — all now approved — with one of the 38 apartments already occupied.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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