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
Ezekiel J. Emanuel, Fortune, 21 June 2026
But the more the writers discussed it, the less interesting that version felt.
—Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Sunday’s World Cup group stage match between Uruguay and Cape Verde originally looked like one of the less interesting matchups in this summer’s tournament.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
The following are a handful of the most interesting and eye-opening revelations contained in the 2026 Emmys ballots.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 20 June 2026
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Adjective
Read an interesting news article in the morning instead of checking your sleep stats.
—Ezekiel J. Emanuel, Fortune, 21 June 2026
But the more the writers discussed it, the less interesting that version felt.
—Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Sunday’s World Cup group stage match between Uruguay and Cape Verde originally looked like one of the less interesting matchups in this summer’s tournament.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
The following are a handful of the most interesting and eye-opening revelations contained in the 2026 Emmys ballots.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 20 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interesting
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The compensation model is intriguing because major media companies are taking a two-track approach to AI, filing copyright infringement suits in some cases and striking content licensing deals with AI firms in others.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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His legacy in Philadelphia remains strong, making a potential All-Star return intriguing for fans.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
22 June 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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According to general manager Magrino, the goal of Borgo Pignano Group is to contribute to a more sustainable and emotionally engaging vision of the city, enhancing its cultural fabric.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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However, competitive play also proved highly engaging for many players.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
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Not the most exciting half of soccer considering what else has gone on during the World Cup.—
Monica Alba,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
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Johnny is a former professional baseball player, which is exciting for Coop, who comes from a family of ball players.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
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The Best Books of the Year (So Far) Our editors and critics choose the most captivating, notable, brilliant, surprising, absorbing, weird, thought-provoking, and talked-about books.—
Hannah Jocelyn,
New Yorker,
17 June 2026
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Unlike standard contact lenses, these incorporate light-responsive or light-absorbing compounds into the lens material itself.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
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“Interesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interesting. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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