as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
the luring sight of sparkling gemstones in a jewelry-store window
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as in tempting
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
the hunter lured the lion into the open with the antelope carcass
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Recent Examples of luring
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
Ewen says the task for Southwest will be striking a balance between luring new customers, which could potentially improve financials, and keeping existing customers happy.
—Dallas Morning News, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Crucially, however, Wolff hinted the prospect of luring the Dutchman away from Red Bull remains a possibility.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
If Brown is enticed by the chance to see that through, the Chiefs can take advantage and alleviate some of the risk by luring him with some incentives based on playing time.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 7 Mar. 2025
The Tate brothers were arrested in Romania in December 2022 and formally indicted last year, accused of being part of a criminal organization that exploited women after luring them to the country.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 6 Mar. 2025
The Atacama desert has been luring astronomers for decades.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
They were formally indicted last year, accused of being part of a criminal organization that exploited women after luring them to Romania.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2025
At the same time, niche and independent players are having their day, luring consumers who prize distinctive and original eyewear over brands.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
The promise of a $225,000 starting salary at a top corporate law firm is luring many, making the financial burden of law school seem more justifiable.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
Ewen says the task for Southwest will be striking a balance between luring new customers, which could potentially improve financials, and keeping existing customers happy.
—Dallas Morning News, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Crucially, however, Wolff hinted the prospect of luring the Dutchman away from Red Bull remains a possibility.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
If Brown is enticed by the chance to see that through, the Chiefs can take advantage and alleviate some of the risk by luring him with some incentives based on playing time.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 7 Mar. 2025
The Tate brothers were arrested in Romania in December 2022 and formally indicted last year, accused of being part of a criminal organization that exploited women after luring them to the country.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 6 Mar. 2025
The Atacama desert has been luring astronomers for decades.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
They were formally indicted last year, accused of being part of a criminal organization that exploited women after luring them to Romania.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2025
At the same time, niche and independent players are having their day, luring consumers who prize distinctive and original eyewear over brands.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luring
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Stronger enforcement of equal pay laws, pay transparency regulations, a higher minimum wage, policies to align school and work schedules, and again, paid leave could all make being a working mother a more equitable—and therefore appealing—experience.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Apr. 2025
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Studies suggest their vibrant color makes food more appealing and could even increase appetite.—
Sony Salzman,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2025
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The vast majority of the city’s industrial jobs remained low paying, dangerous, and only attractive to the most desperate Americans until the 1940s.—
Made by History,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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While sunbathing at the Beverly Hills Hotel, the actress Norma Shearer noticed an attractive young man at poolside talking on a telephone.—
Thomas Doherty,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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One of my favorites of the important supporting cast is the charismatic Chinese couple who runs two shops in town and provides material support to the twins’ efforts to start their juke joint — Grace (Li Jun Li) and Bow Chow (Yao), who have an adolescent daughter, Lisa (Helena Hu).—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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But the early jockeying has started drawing donors’ imaginations, and so far, two charismatic leaders from the next generation of Democrats have emerged as figures to watch.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
17 Apr. 2025
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Nearly all bird species feed their young insects, so planting native greenery that attracts bugs can be enticing to hummingbirds.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2025
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Experts say the falling rate could thaw the largely frozen housing market by enticing buyers off the sidelines.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
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Bringing in this charming, unpredictable element illustrates Rowlson-Hall’s approach to embracing life in all its beauty and complications.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Jacquemus Opens Los Angeles Boutique—Attendees For Opening Include Lori Harvey And Laura Harrier Nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, French fashion house Jacquemus has unveiled its new boutique within a charming rustic home.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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The agency has sued companies for persuading veterans to sell their pension and disability payments, for charging military families more than thirty-six per cent interest on pawn loans, and for misleading servicemembers to take costly cash-out refinance loans on their homes.—
E. Tammy Kim,
The New Yorker,
18 Mar. 2025
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The Bears don’t appear to be having much trouble persuading offensive players to come to Chicago after hiring Johnson, the former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Her breakout role was in the 2017 Bravo series Imposters, playing the seductive con artist Maddie.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The internet had been buzzing with rumors that her seductive serenade during the R&B superstar’s live performance sparked a breakup with a supposed husband, but Tillman is calling it all fan fiction.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Luring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luring. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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