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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
Vincent Gregoire, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
In 2024, a small number of migrants from Southeast Asian countries also reached the Spanish archipelago, raising concerns that the deadly route, far from deterring them, could be attracting migrants from other continents.
—Miguel MacIas, NPR, 3 Jan. 2025
With more people prioritizing purpose over paychecks, organizations are realizing that clear communication about mission and values is essential for attracting and retaining talent.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
This hotbed of charme is attracting an increasingly younger crop of dancers, who are keeping the scene alive — and transforming it in surprising ways.
—María Magdalena Arréllaga, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
Arguments In Favor Of H-1B Visas H-1B visas are critical for attracting global talent, who can help drive innovation and keep American companies at the forefront of their industries.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
This perspective has gained traction among those who view the H-1B visa as a tool for wage suppression and outsourcing, rather than a means of attracting global talent to drive innovation and economic growth.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The company has also been successful in attracting consumers across income and age demographics while continuing to draw new and younger consumers through its range of assortment of different brands at bargain prices.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 30 Dec. 2024
Though more may have been infected without attracting the attention of owners or veterinarians, the ones that did often suffered terrible neurological symptoms like tremors, seizures and blindness.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
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This collaboration bridged industries, generating buzz and attracting high-net-worth buyers.
—Vincent Gregoire, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
In 2024, a small number of migrants from Southeast Asian countries also reached the Spanish archipelago, raising concerns that the deadly route, far from deterring them, could be attracting migrants from other continents.
—Miguel MacIas, NPR, 3 Jan. 2025
With more people prioritizing purpose over paychecks, organizations are realizing that clear communication about mission and values is essential for attracting and retaining talent.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
This hotbed of charme is attracting an increasingly younger crop of dancers, who are keeping the scene alive — and transforming it in surprising ways.
—María Magdalena Arréllaga, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
Arguments In Favor Of H-1B Visas H-1B visas are critical for attracting global talent, who can help drive innovation and keep American companies at the forefront of their industries.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
This perspective has gained traction among those who view the H-1B visa as a tool for wage suppression and outsourcing, rather than a means of attracting global talent to drive innovation and economic growth.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The company has also been successful in attracting consumers across income and age demographics while continuing to draw new and younger consumers through its range of assortment of different brands at bargain prices.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 30 Dec. 2024
Though more may have been infected without attracting the attention of owners or veterinarians, the ones that did often suffered terrible neurological symptoms like tremors, seizures and blindness.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracting
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But Randall was entirely different; that was attractive.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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On the plus side, making bags is just as easy as with the Nesco and by contrast, Anova’s is much more attractive in a glossy black finish that won’t stick out as much among your more modern appliances.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appétit,
27 Jan. 2025
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Understanding the critical nature of some of these components, the Federal Government has been enticing companies to bring more manufacturing home.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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This lure dangles just above its gaping jaws, enticing prey close enough to be devoured.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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Some of the most interesting sports cars and GTs of the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s were powered by eight-cylinder, stateside muscle—engines that cost less at the time than a set of Borrani wheel spinners cost today.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
17 Jan. 2025
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Historians said these denarii are particularly interesting because of their role in spreading the emperor’s propaganda message of his holiness and connection to the church, according to the museum.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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All-terrain golf carts are a popular, convenient, and supremely entertaining way to reach even some of the more hidden beaches around the island.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2025
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For the man, the house is an expression of love and creativity, while his brother and niece see it more as an entertaining object.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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The charming small town is a great location to wrap up your trip and stay a day or two.—
Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey, contributor,
CNBC,
20 Jan. 2025
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Fort-de-France, the island’s captivating capital, is a treasure trove of busy markets, charming eateries and authentic street food stalls that marry the island’s French influence and Caribbean flair to create unique dishes that will delight your taste buds.—
Sandra MacGregor,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The knot cutout dress puts an alluring twist on evening wear.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
23 Jan. 2025
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Belafonte plays the young soldier Joe, and Dandridge is the alluring parachute-factory worker Carmen Jones.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The study, released by the experts at JR Pass, a rail pass sold by the Japan Railways Group for overseas visitors, analyzed things like TripAdvisor reviews, Instagram hashtags, and snowfall data, to determine the world’s most enchanting train rides.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Jan. 2025
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Long live the Eras Tour with our enchanting book With the Chiefs clinching the No. 1 spot in their division, the red-and-gold receive home field advantage for their first playoff match-up during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend.—
Bryan West,
USA TODAY,
3 Jan. 2025
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That was the goal, enlightening to people here, but also being a powerful rallying call to people in Russia, also because his perspective is so unique.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Herbs For Health: Enhance your well-being and strengthen your resilience with the power of herbs in this enlightening class.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Attracting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracting. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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