as in attraction
something that attracts interest
the giant theme park is a magnet for tourists to the area
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Recent Examples of magnet
Trump without evidence claims fraud in California vote California’s notoriously prolonged vote count has been a magnet for election conspiracy theories, and Trump since Tuesday’s election has claimed without evidence that Democrats are rigging the election.
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Michelle L. Price, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026
When strong companies break out of long bases these extensions often become magnets rather than ceilings.
—Jay Woods, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Now, Tanya has created commemorative magnets for fans in Nicole's honor.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Many Disney guests like to customize the outside of their cabin doors with magnets reflecting their favorite Disney characters, films, attractions, sailings and special occasions.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Michelle L. Price, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026
When strong companies break out of long bases these extensions often become magnets rather than ceilings.
—Jay Woods, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Now, Tanya has created commemorative magnets for fans in Nicole's honor.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Many Disney guests like to customize the outside of their cabin doors with magnets reflecting their favorite Disney characters, films, attractions, sailings and special occasions.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnet
attraction
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The visitor was later confronted by firefighters stationed at the attraction and escorted from the site, the agency reported.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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One of its main attractions is the Corales Golf Course, located in the Puntacana Resort and home to renowned tournaments such as the PGA Tour.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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“Magnet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnet. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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