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
Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Plus, their interesting odor and bright white color will easily attract non-targets.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
Another interesting storyline will be how El Hadji Malick Diouf copes with Saka’s attacking threat down the Arsenal right.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 9 May 2026
One interesting test coming up will be the more comedic, cartoony Street Fighter movie that has been friendly (sometimes less friendly) rivals with the Mortal Kombat krew ahead of this release.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
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Her life was the most interesting thing in the world.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Plus, their interesting odor and bright white color will easily attract non-targets.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
Another interesting storyline will be how El Hadji Malick Diouf copes with Saka’s attacking threat down the Arsenal right.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 9 May 2026
One interesting test coming up will be the more comedic, cartoony Street Fighter movie that has been friendly (sometimes less friendly) rivals with the Mortal Kombat krew ahead of this release.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interesting
Adjective
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Lord of the Flies, William Golding‘s 1954 novel, is one of those properties that feels like it has constantly been adapted for the screen — even though beyond films by Peter Brook (1963) and Harry Hook (1990), both intriguing yet imperfect, it has actually very rarely been adapted.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
4 May 2026
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The coaching chess match is frequently one of the most intriguing parts of the Stanley Cup playoffs.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
4 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
Adjective
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Rivals provide more engaging driving dynamics, but the Envista isn't designed to be thrilling.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Kelly Clarkson has certainly earned her place as the queen of daytime talk shows, thanks to her standout guests and engaging conversations.—
Sarah DiMuro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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But that exciting crash sequence — from initial turbulence through to catastrophic Pacific Ocean landing — is where high-stakes action specialist Harlin is most firmly in his sweet spot.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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Friends, networks and social circles can bring exciting connections now.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Operator errors, including violations of safety protocols and the removal of most absorbing rods, also played a role.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Apr. 2026
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The tablets are quick-absorbing and free from soy, gluten, dairy, fish and yeast.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Interesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interesting. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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