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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
Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
The Border Patrol experienced a similar shift during its hiring surge, attracting individuals with strong anti-immigrant views or a desire for quasi-military action.
—Karl W. Bickel, Baltimore Sun, 6 Jan. 2026
Those marketing campaigns go beyond social media posts to keep anticipation at a fever pitch and actively engage the fandom while also attracting new viewers.
—Jim Halterman, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
The Athletic reported in the Transfer DealSheet on December 26 that Downs was attracting interest from Bundesliga clubs.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
That’s why financial guarantees, low-cost financing, reimbursements or other incentives may prove crucial to attracting oil companies to Venezuela.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Places like Norman’s Japanese Grill and Formas Pilates, a high-end invite-only Pilates studio out of LA, opening in Oak Lawn are causing a shift in the neighborhood by attracting more people who want access to the fun and accepting place Oak Lawn already is, Lamb said.
—Timia Cobb
breaking News Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
Some came away with the impression that Shah was under real pressure, and there is a feeling that a loss of confidence in the chair could damage the BBC’s chances of attracting a capable director general.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
Beshear won two gubernatorial elections in a red state by attracting Republican voters.
—Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Nov. 2025
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Cities are increasingly focused on attracting visitors who stay longer, spend more, and travel responsibly.
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To make sure there’s sufficient demand among bond investors, Treasury yields must remain attractive relative to the competition.—
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Home to the world’s largest oil reserves, the country is an attractive long-term opportunity for Big Oil, but companies are cautious about investing in the short term due to uncertainty around security and the rule of law.—
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Similar to fellow Arsenal summer signing Eberechi Eze — another keen chess player — the assumption would be that the skills taken from the board game have helped Zubimendi be a step ahead in enticing and then bypassing opposition players.—
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Fringe areas on the outskirts of Denver proper and the suburbs are enticing for new locations.—
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The Cowboys have mastered the art of entertaining and interesting better than any sports franchise in the world, but there is a redundancy that to the person who spends a lot of their money on it is justifiably checked out.—
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Seeing these guys unapologetically portrayed by an actor whose superpower is the audience is always with him was interesting.—
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The Main Title Theme has been further defined as a musical fingerprint and calling card that is identifiable and unique to a show, thereby drawing an audience in by setting the show’s tone and what is to come.—
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Trump once telegraphed somewhat a positive jobs figure in his first term, drawing criticism.—
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The battle for the fifth starter position in spring may be the most entertaining in camp — with Lowder, Burns, Petty and Williamson attempting to crack the rotation.—
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The kitchen also has direct access to a large rear deck, which enhances the outdoor living and entertaining options during pleasant weather.—
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The allure of their relationship is undeniable, but charming as their chemistry is, something is definitely off.—
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For a quintessential small-town Vermont experience, stay at the charming Mad River Barn right around the corner.—
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In Season 2, expect Pine to confront those feelings head-on, thanks to another likeminded arms dealer and alluring femme fatale who put him in the crosshairs again.—
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The fit-and-flare silhouette is super flattering, particularly on petite travelers, who appreciate the alluring A-line cut and charming bell sleeves.—
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There, in addition to two bedrooms and a wine cellar, was a subterranean swimming pool every bit as enchanting as the one all of the girls knew from Taylor Swift’s Cornelia Street apartment in New York City.—
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Your words and ideas are especially enchanting to others.—
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“Attracting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracting. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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