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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Others court employees with improved amenities and greater schedule autonomy, aiming to make office time more appealing than mandatory.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Birdbaths are hotspots for transmission between prey species, especially in hot summer months when the water is more appealing.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Since 2013, the Edinburgh accessories brand has been building out a global business that offers artisanal leather products at attractive price points.—
Gemma A. Williams,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The program was created to help providers afford to offer workers attractive benefits with the hopes of keeping them in the field.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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These people also happen to be charismatic, natural storytellers.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
4 Aug. 2025
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The charismatic 26-year-old rapper and singer announced Monday morning the dates for her 2025 North American fall tour.—
George Varga,
Mercury News,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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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
Adjective
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Enid returns to Nevermore with a new pack and a new crush — Bruno (Noah B. Taylor), a kind and charming werewolf who offers the popularity and acceptance she’s always craved.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Christopher is set to play Young Noah, a polite and charming small-town kid.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
6 Aug. 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
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The concept of a multipolar order is seductive to Indian policymakers, who think India would have more influence if global power were dispersed.—
Nirupama Rao,
Foreign Affairs,
30 July 2025
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Behind many of these failures lies a seductive but dangerous philosophy that has captured Silicon Valley: scale fast or die slow.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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“Luring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luring. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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