SIREN SONG Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

siren song

noun

Definition of siren song

as in lure

something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain the opportunity for fame and fortune is the siren song that has long lured the ambitious to the big city

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Recent Examples of siren song For someone like me, who is always called by the siren song of bread and its fillings, there are no shortage of great sandwiches in New York City. — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026 For Mental Focus As an iPad adult, focusing can feel nearly impossible, especially with social media’s addictive siren song calling my name all day long. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2026 If a 70-degree day in January is your siren song, Hernandez shares some home remedies as well. — Robbie Owens, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026 Callahan spent much of season 4 trying to worm inside Kyle's head and lure him over to the Aryans in order to undercut Mike, but Kyle managed to resist his twisted siren song. — Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for siren song

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Related Stories The lure of working in Lucy’s hometown has been strong for A-list comedians for decades, as the comedy festival predated the launch of the center.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Now, pull the main line sharply away from the hook, lure, fly, or terminal tackle.

— Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 30 July 2026

Definition of lure

Noun

The temptation to disparage the other parent, especially in front of the children, can damage your own custody standing — and in extreme cases, be characterized as parental alienation.

— Melissa Needle, Hartford Courant, 3 Aug. 2026
The temptation might be there to catch up with your friends, but try to save it for before and after the discussion.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of temptation

Noun

In order to convince people to replace solo driving with mass transit, LA Metro is offering cash incentives for people to park at least one of their cars at home and try walking, bike share, carpooling or taking a train or bus.

— Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026
The move comes nearly two years after the City of Fort Worth approved more than $70 million in incentives to support Phase II redevelopment.

— Doug Myers, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of incentive

Noun

The famed highway—which turns 100 this year—passes through bustling cities, natural landmarks, and quirky roadside attractions, so there’s plenty of things to see (and do) along the way.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
As a Detroit native, the topic of retail attraction for the city aligns with my research.

— Stephanie Leiser, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of attraction

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