as in intriguing
holding the attention or provoking interest
an interesting lecture on conflicts in the Middle East since the demise of the Ottoman Empire
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as in fascinating
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 interesting
Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
The Penguins are interesting for many reasons, not least of which is the team’s age gap.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Nigeria is an interesting case study for weighing that question.
—Jennifer Morgan, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
Sourcing shifts Nearshoring and reshoring have been interesting options for the international denim community for several years, Wang said.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Changing it up throughout the week keeps weeknight dinners somewhat interesting.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
The Penguins are interesting for many reasons, not least of which is the team’s age gap.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Nigeria is an interesting case study for weighing that question.
—Jennifer Morgan, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
Sourcing shifts Nearshoring and reshoring have been interesting options for the international denim community for several years, Wang said.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interesting
Adjective
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But a new study has cast doubt on the idea that the intriguing world shrouded in ice could indeed harbor extraterrestrial life deep in its vast ocean of liquid saltwater.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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The most intriguing combo of late, though, features Robertson, Nicolas Roy and Easton Cowan.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.—
Glenn Peoples,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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Ranging from 24 to 50 minutes, the 11 episodes are highly engaging and digestible.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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Others perceive the same uncertainty as a puzzle to be solved or an exciting variable in an otherwise predictable life.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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The One Tree Hill star, 39, is expecting his first baby with wife Alex Weaver, sharing the exciting news with black-and-white photos on Instagram.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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Armed with their music knowledge, Kristjanson and Devoe equipped the listening room and wine bar with a JJ322 tube amp, Klipsch AK6 speakers and sound-absorbing panels along the walls and ceilings that look ornamental and decorative at first glance.—
Nneka M. Okona,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Jan. 2026
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For a small circle of connoisseurs, these alliances are almost as absorbing as the music itself.—
John Phipps,
New Yorker,
17 Jan. 2026
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“Interesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interesting. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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