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as in enticing
to engage the attention of
The park's natural wonders attract many tourists. The blackbird puts on a colorful display in its attempt to attract a mate.
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Recent Examples of attracting
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
The legal fight started in March 2024, after Oakland's Board of Port Commissioners voted to rename the Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, in hopes of highlighting its proximity to the Bay Area and attracting customers.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Other data suggest that income tax policies — though not the primary motivation — can play a role in attracting people to states.
—David A. Lieb, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
The concept is already attracting interest from the industry.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Food and drink Audrey’s terrace spills out onto the street, attracting tourists not staying at the hotel and locals having lunchtime meetings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Those that improve outcomes efficiently will have an advantage in attracting businesses, supporting job growth and improving quality of life.
—Chris Brandt, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
If attracting butterflies, bees and hummingbirds is your priority, a handful of plants do the heavy lifting.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Bury them to avoid attracting rodents.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
Lantana and marigolds handle sun with ease Lantana thrives on six to eight hours of full sunlight and pulls double duty by attracting butterflies.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
The legal fight started in March 2024, after Oakland's Board of Port Commissioners voted to rename the Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, in hopes of highlighting its proximity to the Bay Area and attracting customers.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Other data suggest that income tax policies — though not the primary motivation — can play a role in attracting people to states.
—David A. Lieb, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
The concept is already attracting interest from the industry.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Food and drink Audrey’s terrace spills out onto the street, attracting tourists not staying at the hotel and locals having lunchtime meetings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Those that improve outcomes efficiently will have an advantage in attracting businesses, supporting job growth and improving quality of life.
—Chris Brandt, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
If attracting butterflies, bees and hummingbirds is your priority, a handful of plants do the heavy lifting.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Bury them to avoid attracting rodents.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracting
Adjective
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And the meteoric rise of AI makes companion robots an attractive policy goal.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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And that mentality is part of what made the Detroit Country Day product attractive to potential employers, as much as his pass-blocking prowess.—
Matthew Mowery,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His frame and traits are enticing.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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In Middleboro he is charged with one count of witness intimidation and enticing a child under 16.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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If Houston wins that one, things start to get really interesting for a 3-0 comeback.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Orlando would scurry to get back in the game and thanks to some lucky breaks in the second half, the Storm were able to make things interesting.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The court issued a ruling that limits consideration of race in drawing voting maps — potentially a boon for Republicans, who have been hampered by the civil rights law in their attempt to redraw maps in Louisiana, Alabama and other states.—
Matthew Choi,
Washington Post,
30 Apr. 2026
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Sheriff Susan Hutson became the face of the investigation, giving updates at news conferences and drawing scrutiny over the jail failures.—
Greg Hilburn,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The backup competition should be entertaining to watch throughout training camp and the preseason.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Fascist propaganda exists to cover up reality and present a glorious, entertaining show.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Don’t pass up this fun way to get around this charming town.—
Karon Warren,
AJC.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Mars’ between-song banter, though charming, frequently sounded scripted down to the syllable.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Now, an alluring, sustainably minded bolthole—part of the Design Hotels portfolio—has opened in the Kissamos countryside, around forty minutes’ drive from Chania in rural Trachilos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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That Niall finds Ruben so alluring is natural to Gadd, who believes the notion of a valiant male figure has been bred into everyone via fables and fairy tales.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Here, then, are eight of the most surprising and enchanting objects from this year’s showcase that might just inspire your own home design.—
Francesca Perry,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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Dazzling, reckless Caitlin welcomes Vix into the heart of her sprawling, eccentric family, opening doors to a world of unimaginable privilege, sweeping her away to vacations on Martha’s Vineyard, an enchanting place where the two friends become summer sisters.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Attracting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracting. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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