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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Luciana Paulise, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Ghosts and vengeful spirits lurk and linger, tempting and prodding our characters toward self-destruction.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2024
Brimming with obscure and limited-edition modern references as well as historical pieces, the exhibit proved a riveting experience and a tempting playground for the horologically inclined.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2024
While the cheesecake looks tempting, the specialty desserts are the real highlights.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Tempting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tempting. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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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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