as in to intrigue
to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.
She was tantalized by the possibility of earning a lot of money quickly.
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Recent Examples of tantalize
Blessed with size — he’s listed at 6-foot-4 and 200 pounds — and strong skating, the younger Makar has always been a tantalizing prospect, but the breakthrough never happened at UMass.
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2025
Intense minerality with tantalizing notes of brioche and rich peach pie flavors on the palate with fresh acidity and a creamy texture formed by tiny, fine bubbles.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The promise of a rescue in the wilderness and a present-day battle to the death between the remaining survivors is tantalizing.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
The finding came with a tantalizing prospect for safety research.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 27 Mar. 2025
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Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2025
Intense minerality with tantalizing notes of brioche and rich peach pie flavors on the palate with fresh acidity and a creamy texture formed by tiny, fine bubbles.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The promise of a rescue in the wilderness and a present-day battle to the death between the remaining survivors is tantalizing.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
The finding came with a tantalizing prospect for safety research.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tantalize
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Traditional hiring relies on candidates applying to your company, but elite talent needs to be sought out, engaged and intrigued by a unique opportunity.—
Sarah D'Souza,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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TikTok users have been excited and intrigued by these pitches — seeing them as attempts to not only spit on Trump’s plan but expose fashion surcharges and save money on luxury goods.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2025
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Nintendo fans excited over the upcoming Switch console said on April 3 they were disappointed by the high price tag, as US tariffs bite.—
Megan Farokhmanesh,
Wired News,
18 Apr. 2025
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Part of what excited us and the challenge was to make sure all of the materials were responsibly sourced.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Loyal collectors will be thrilled with the newest addition: Emerald Check, a fresh take on that classic checkerboard pattern.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Apr. 2025
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She was appalled by Gibson’s actions, Dever says, but thrilled by the part, which Dever performs with uncomfortably palpable insecurity, making the viewer almost feel bad for Gibson.—
Katie Heaney,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Tantalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tantalize. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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