as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
an intriguing concept that should engender much debate among climatologists
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as in plotting
to engage in a secret plan to accomplish evil or unlawful ends
evidence that the leading manufacturers had intrigued to keep prices artificially high
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as in fascinating
to hold the attention of
the mystery story intrigued me so that I read it in one sitting
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Recent Examples of intriguing
Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
The books on this list employ both modes: Some offer intriguing glimpses into faraway places or striking journeys; others meditate on the beauty to be found in a backyard.
—Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 1 May 2025
Suddenly brooches started looking really intriguing.
—Laia Garcia-Furtado, Vogue, 1 May 2025
An intriguing question arises about the status of conventional AI.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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Mello Dotson is an intriguing prospect who had the production to get drafted.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
The books on this list employ both modes: Some offer intriguing glimpses into faraway places or striking journeys; others meditate on the beauty to be found in a backyard.
—Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 1 May 2025
Suddenly brooches started looking really intriguing.
—Laia Garcia-Furtado, Vogue, 1 May 2025
An intriguing question arises about the status of conventional AI.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intriguing
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Maureen Murphy made things interesting late in the third period, cutting the Ottawa lead in half with five minutes remaining.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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There’s something quite interesting about the actor’s experience.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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As a result, each piece in her collections reflects her exploration of fascinating materials and techniques in a whimsical manner.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The experience of someone raised with Ghanaian traditions versus someone whose family has been in America for generations creates fascinating dynamics and misunderstandings.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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The film tells a different story of a far more engaging and charismatic character, and the danger of any sign of fragility in women holding positions of power, says Cataldo.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
8 May 2025
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Furthermore, many Arabic language programs lack structured curricula, and educators often struggle to provide engaging and efficient instruction.—
Geoffrey Alphonso,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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“Intriguing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intriguing. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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