as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
people always remarked on the cult leader's seductive personality
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Recent Examples of seductive
Together with bass player Zeta Bosio and drummer Charly Alberti, Cerati proved from the onset that his band’s regal melodies and Spanish wordplay were just as seductive as the polished radio hits in English that dominated the airwaves.
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Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 3 May 2025
The assumption is seductive—that adversaries can be contained, alliances can be frozen into blocs, and victory will come through ideological exhaustion.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
With Trump’s trade war, the siren’s call of revolution proved too seductive, once more.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 9 Apr. 2025
To my ears the cluck of his call was even more seductive than the real thing.
—Dave Duffey, Outdoor Life, 2 Apr. 2025
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Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 3 May 2025
The assumption is seductive—that adversaries can be contained, alliances can be frozen into blocs, and victory will come through ideological exhaustion.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
With Trump’s trade war, the siren’s call of revolution proved too seductive, once more.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 9 Apr. 2025
To my ears the cluck of his call was even more seductive than the real thing.
—Dave Duffey, Outdoor Life, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for seductive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seductive
Adjective
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The author’s recent adult romance follows the daughter of an influential Atlanta dynasty and her blooming relationship with a charismatic musician.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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The charismatic biotechnology entrepreneur gained international recognition — and several magazine front pages — after founding the now-defunct blood-testing startup in 2003.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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In the nineteen-nineties, talk of Disneyfication sometimes presumed that Manhattan was destined to grow ever more prosperous and orderly, but both the 2008 recession and the 2020 pandemic reminded many New Yorkers that other fates were possible, not all of them more appealing.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
17 May 2025
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Competitors may come in with more attractive offers, or external market conditions might shift, rendering the deal less appealing.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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That has to be an attractive thing to keep players and to acquire players as well.—
The Athletic FC Podcast,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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With an attractive valuation, strong profitability, and a recent breakout signaling optimal timing for adding bullish exposure in a recovering sector.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Unlike the national parks in the U.S., the Cairngorms are considered a populated national park, one that’s home to more than 18,000 residents living in its small towns and charming villages.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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The wig features a consistently shoulder-length cut, and its curly texture adds a charming touch.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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The Scottish Highlands are an enchanting tapestry of landscapes rich in history and culture.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside Online,
13 May 2025
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Stargazing under West Virginia’s dark skies Courtesy of West Virginia Tourism West Virginia becomes even more enchanting when the sun dips below the ridges.—
West Virginia Tourism,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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As a result, each piece in her collections reflects her exploration of fascinating materials and techniques in a whimsical manner.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The experience of someone raised with Ghanaian traditions versus someone whose family has been in America for generations creates fascinating dynamics and misunderstandings.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Eton College, Harrow School, Winchester College—the most prestigious boarding schools are hotly coveted by the international elite, an even more alluring status symbol than a Birkin bag.—
Ashley Baker,
Air Mail,
26 Apr. 2025
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And in this respect, the concert narrative can be alluring.—
Stacie E. Goddard,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Seductive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seductive. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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