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
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 May 2025
Though its coveted Bird Streets locale high above the Sunset Strip is indeed impressive, perhaps the most intriguing thing about this place is its Tinseltown ties.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 May 2025
In the mood for a jauntily charming sci-fi comedy dripping with wry wit and an intriguing mystery?
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
In an intriguing revision, the Heartbeat team expanded the role of the Page, who is besotted with the Syrian captain Narraboth, who is in turn besotted with Salome.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
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That was an intriguing realization for the researchers.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 May 2025
Though its coveted Bird Streets locale high above the Sunset Strip is indeed impressive, perhaps the most intriguing thing about this place is its Tinseltown ties.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 May 2025
In the mood for a jauntily charming sci-fi comedy dripping with wry wit and an intriguing mystery?
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
In an intriguing revision, the Heartbeat team expanded the role of the Page, who is besotted with the Syrian captain Narraboth, who is in turn besotted with Salome.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intriguing
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There are a few theories about why this happens, but one of the most interesting is how celebrity success can impact self-esteem.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Seema still tries to fill the Samantha-sized hole in the series, and Lisa mirrors Charlotte but with marginally more interesting plots.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
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Now in its ninth year, the London Concours has established itself as one of the collector-car scene’s most interesting and accessible automotive exhibitions, with one of the most fascinating venues.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
4 June 2025
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On the latter account, Sandy Agustin has created some fascinating transitional interludes that blend volleyball movements with elements of religious ritual.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
2 June 2025
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McCoist is his usual wide-eyed, engaging, cheery and very listenable self, eulogising over PSG’s masterclass.—
Pablo Maurer,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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On June 5, the IndieWire Honors Spring 2025 ceremony will celebrate the creators and stars responsible for some of the most impressive and engaging work of this TV season.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 May 2025
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“Intriguing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intriguing. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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