tempting
adjective
tempt·ing
ˈtem(p)-tiŋ 
: having an appeal : enticing
a tempting offer
temptingly
adverb
Examples of tempting in a Sentence
The desserts look very tempting.
It is tempting to think of him as the next American president.
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Those colorful, mouthwatering displays, new products, and check-out aisle treats can be all too tempting to add to your cart.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2025
Whether these homeowners opted to hire an interior designer or take on a DIY project, the home offices rounded up below, located everywhere from Beverly Hills to Brooklyn, have one thing in common: sophistication, secluded from tempting distractions.
—Kate Jerde, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025
Increasingly, every relationship in her life becomes a tricky question mark for Rebecca — especially the cagey John, a tempting presence who’s both charming and alarming.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 26 Jan. 2025
If any of the offers look tempting, travelers will need to purchase their tickets by January 26, 2025.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2025
Whether these homeowners opted to hire an interior designer or take on a DIY project, the home offices rounded up below, located everywhere from Beverly Hills to Brooklyn, have one thing in common: sophistication, secluded from tempting distractions.
—Kate Jerde, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025
Increasingly, every relationship in her life becomes a tricky question mark for Rebecca — especially the cagey John, a tempting presence who’s both charming and alarming.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 26 Jan. 2025
If any of the offers look tempting, travelers will need to purchase their tickets by January 26, 2025.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025
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“Tempting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tempting. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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tempting
adjective
tempt·ing
ˈtem(p)-tiŋ
: having a strong attraction
the food all looked tempting
temptingly
adverb
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