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as in attractive
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as in irresistible
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as in wooing
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you're just inviting ridicule by making such outrageous claims
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Recent Examples of inviting
Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
Trees can increase residential property value by 10 percent or more and attract new businesses, residents, and tourism by providing shady and more inviting walkways and parking lots.
—Richard Mason, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
The vibrant Sun meets clever Mercury, inviting you to reach beyond your usual scripts and explore fresh ideas.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
But when your superstar quarterback lands on a list like the one below, officiating makes for a more inviting topic.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
Trees can increase residential property value by 10 percent or more and attract new businesses, residents, and tourism by providing shady and more inviting walkways and parking lots.
—Richard Mason, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
Verb
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is inviting the public to visit now that its wildflowers are starting to bloom.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
The vibrant Sun meets clever Mercury, inviting you to reach beyond your usual scripts and explore fresh ideas.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inviting
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To make sure there’s sufficient demand among bond investors, Treasury yields must remain attractive relative to the competition.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Home to the world’s largest oil reserves, the country is an attractive long-term opportunity for Big Oil, but companies are cautious about investing in the short term due to uncertainty around security and the rule of law.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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That sounds like an irresistible proposition.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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In an era where GLP-1 drugs are increasingly framed as a get-skinny-quick scheme—one many find irresistible despite mounting concerns about long-term effects—the return of cigarettes feels less accidental.—
Gabriella Onessimo,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2026
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This might especially be pertinent when asking the client about their current coping strategies.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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But the Washington Post swiftly filed a court motion asking Porter to force the FBI to return the electronics to Natanson.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Jan. 2026
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And a whole succession of leaders from countries that are nominally still American allies — Britain, Germany, South Korea — are wooing rather than shunning Beijing to deepen economic cooperation.—
Andreas Kluth,
Twin Cities,
22 Jan. 2026
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Greivis Vasquez, the key to Toronto wooing Kevin Durant.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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The details of Cooper’s crime seemed too tempting to McNally, a high school dropout turned military-airplane electrician who’d pursued odd jobs and scams since being discharged.—
Johnny Dodd,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Given all of this, alternative modes of transportation will be tempting for some, but driving is an unappealing prospect, especially given toll hikes are on the horizon.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Relations with others will be successful, upbeat and endearing.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
23 Jan. 2026
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Lauren King Thompson is sweet, sunny and endearing as Thelma, the young soldier’s wife who Carrie meets and befriends at the bus station.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The district is currently represented by Giovanni Capriglione, a Southlake Republican who isn’t seeking reelection.—
Eleanor Dearman
Updated January 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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Several lawmakers are also seeking higher office this year and will want time to focus on their campaigns.—
Stephen Gruber-Miller,
Des Moines Register,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In Season 2, expect Pine to confront those feelings head-on, thanks to another likeminded arms dealer and alluring femme fatale who put him in the crosshairs again.—
Jake Kring-Schreifels,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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The fit-and-flare silhouette is super flattering, particularly on petite travelers, who appreciate the alluring A-line cut and charming bell sleeves.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Inviting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inviting. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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