SEDUCEMENTS Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

seducements

noun

plural of seducement

as in inducements

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Noun

Industry stakeholders argued that the measure had the unintended consequence of hamstringing Hollywood’s recovery by limiting the ability of studios to use state incentives for in-state production.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 29 Aug. 2026
Pritzker even signed a 2019 bill that encouraged the use of tax incentives to help ensure data-center growth.

— David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of incentives

Noun

Travelers looking for an in-state getaway can also book vacation packages from Denver that combine the train with hotel stays and attractions in Glenwood Springs.

— Jocelyn Rowley, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026
This family-centric trackside event features free kids’ games, face painting, inflatable attractions and activities alongside a day full of exciting racing.

— Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of attractions

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Keep photos, serial numbers, maintenance receipts and technician notes because these only strengthen claims and appeals.

— Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Habeas petitions are often filed as a last resort and to protect against unlawful confinement after appeals are exhausted, as happened after Maxwell’s conviction and sentencing.

— Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of appeals

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Wallen specializes in whiskey-drunk seductions to skeptical girls who can’t resist his charms.

— Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026
So, who was it from our universe that would be most susceptible to that kind of messaging, or who would find the seductions of the power offered by that the most compelling?

— Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 3 Mar. 2026

Definition of seductions

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Trump has continued to demand lower rates, leading some to infer Warsh is holding off raising rates until after the November midterm election to unleash his hawkish impulses.

— Matt Peterson, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Executive functioning refers to the mental skills people use to plan, organize, focus, decide, solve problems, regulate emotions and impulses, and complete multi-step activities.

— Jose Bolaños, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of impulses

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Many folks send encouragements toward OP mom and her son, while others put heat on the other parents for sexualizing their kids’ friendship.

— DeVonne Goode, Parents, 26 July 2026
All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.

— Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026

Definition of encouragements

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