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
Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 17 May 2026
Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
The Republican Party is widely expected to keep its majority in both chambers, but nonetheless, there are still a few interesting primary races to watch.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 May 2026
The latter is interesting too, as Russia is struggling under global sanctions to maintain its technological edge.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
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Adjective
That creates a very interesting emotional thing.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 17 May 2026
Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
The Republican Party is widely expected to keep its majority in both chambers, but nonetheless, there are still a few interesting primary races to watch.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 May 2026
The latter is interesting too, as Russia is struggling under global sanctions to maintain its technological edge.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interesting
Adjective
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All three are intriguing and versatile forwards who are all entering at least their 10th seasons next year.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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On the other hand, pushing against this inevitability is a much more intriguing concept than simply presenting it as-is, over and over again, even when its specifics are disguised by a fable.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
IndieWire,
18 May 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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Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2025
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Plus, wool's texture makes the toy more engaging for cats.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
18 May 2026
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By creating shareable, engaging content, marketers aim to have their message spread exponentially, like a virus transmitting itself through a population.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The series itself follows the famed adventurer as he's joined by celebrities for exciting journeys in the wilderness.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Watch the official livestream replay now and immerse yourself in one of the most exciting student fashion events in the world.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
19 May 2026
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The optometrist first gained recognition in 1969 for pioneering ultraviolet (UV) and blue-light–absorbing lens technology, which has helped reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration worldwide.—
Sofia Baltodano,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
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As the lens follows Dua, often up close and from behind, this mode of expression proves alternately absorbing and alienating.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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“Interesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interesting. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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