How to Use appealing in a Sentence

appealing

adjective
  • Ask them what would make the transition back to the office more appealing.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
  • And Donald Trump’s message and his rhetoric are very appealing to many of the people who would’ve voted Democratic in the past.
    Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2024
  • The more appealing presence of the rest of the ensemble helps.
    Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Feb. 2024
  • But the biggest difference—and the most appealing—is the cost.
    Audrey Noble, SELF, 11 Dec. 2023
  • But in a furry friend that fits in the crook of your arm, what could be more appealing?
    Urmee Khan, CNN, 20 Mar. 2023
  • The whole business has changed, and not in an appealing way.
    Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2024
  • Putting a 12-pound cat in it gets you to 20 pounds which makes the rolling option much more appealing.
    Jessica Hartshorn, Good Housekeeping, 12 Jan. 2023
  • But the more the Hines learned, the more appealing franchising became.
    Elisabeth Carroll Parks, Chron, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Very well balanced, the fruit is quite bright and appealing.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2022
  • For humans, at least, the prospect isn’t very appealing.
    Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Nov. 2023
  • For many, the charm of slow travel is more appealing than the convenience of flights.
    Shraddha Chowdhury, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
  • Sure, these suites are also great for the views over the city and the gardens, but what’s more appealing is the sense of privacy.
    Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2024
  • This deal brings the price back down to the usual levels though, making this iPad a more appealing prospect.
    Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 6 Jan. 2024
  • There’s some pressure on artists to have the perfect brand or to present themselves in the most appealing way to the public.
    Marris Adikwu, Billboard, 8 Aug. 2024
  • Just like people, dogs get hot too, and cooling off with a nice wade in the pool can be quite appealing.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2023
  • There’s just something about having the ability to block out the rest of the world that makes these the most appealing headphones out there.
    Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2023
  • The more appealing solution to me is one where the Toms get dropped and the female cast members carry on the show.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 27 May 2024
  • The strong currents and tides, and lack of lifeguards, make this beach less appealing for a swim; for that, head to Harding’s Beach in West Chatham.
    Pamela Wright, BostonGlobe.com, 11 May 2023
  • For the self-care seeker Few things sound more appealing to a busy person than a moment of peace.
    Sarah Grossbart, wsj.com, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Of course, Channing Tatum is gorgeous and good and very appealing.
    Sean Santiago, ELLE Decor, 16 May 2023
  • Because the unknown at the top of the 2023 draft is much more appealing than the unknown of what this group can accomplish.
    Prince J. Grimes, USA TODAY, 9 Nov. 2022
  • And the whole set is nearly 50% off, which may be even more appealing than a freshly roasted s’more!
    Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 18 Aug. 2023
  • Credit unions have offered some of the most appealing rates for CDs in recent months.
    Martha C. White, wsj.com, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Whites are typically more appealing to a broad range of palates, while reds run the gamut from funky to grape juicey.
    Pat Saperstein, Variety, 2 Jan. 2024
  • Madison in the late '90s was very appealing, coming out of college, a fun city.
    Kristine M. Kierzek, Journal Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2022
  • And in that moment, even before the first checks were cut, the Pro League became one of the most appealing destinations in the world.
    Ahmed Al Omran, New York Times, 13 July 2023
  • That said, a dusting of snow or spring blooms can be equally appealing.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2023
  • This approach requires more of the user’s time and may make these apps less appealing for long-term use.
    IEEE Spectrum, 19 May 2024
  • If the idea of cooking the peppers first sounds more appealing, check out my guide to roasting peppers.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 15 Jan. 2024
  • That makes the idea of using savings to reduce your loans less appealing.
    Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2023

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