as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
a riveting explanation of light waves that fascinated the class
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as in focusing
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
everyone riveted their eyes on the trick that the magician was performing on stage
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Recent Examples of riveting
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
Lurking in the background of this riveting novel is Chile’s Estallido Social, a series of explosive protests beginning in 2019 that were sparked by an increase in metro fares but ultimately became a referendum on broader inequity.
—Carolina A. Miranda, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2024
This riveting novel boldly shares the legacy of a woman who was unafraid to break free from the mold, all while being a business manager for the Negro League’s newark Eagles, and more.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
This ancient Viking ring fortress, built around 980 AD, offers insight into Denmark's riveting past (though the site remains buried underground presently, there is an informative informational display).
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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This smells like: Sipping a gin frappé on a French patio, while listening in on a glamorous couple’s riveting back-and-forth.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
Lurking in the background of this riveting novel is Chile’s Estallido Social, a series of explosive protests beginning in 2019 that were sparked by an increase in metro fares but ultimately became a referendum on broader inequity.
—Carolina A. Miranda, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2024
This riveting novel boldly shares the legacy of a woman who was unafraid to break free from the mold, all while being a business manager for the Negro League’s newark Eagles, and more.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Oct. 2024
This ancient Viking ring fortress, built around 980 AD, offers insight into Denmark's riveting past (though the site remains buried underground presently, there is an informative informational display).
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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The Rams are capable of making this very interesting, but Philadelphia gets the edge.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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Now, both platforms appear to be laying the groundwork for better assistants — and 2025 could be a very interesting year for AI on smartphones.Allison Johnson, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
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Despite a heightened awareness of the importance of supply chains, 78% of supply chain leaders say their organization is back to focusing on supply chain cost management.Steve Banker, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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By focusing on development, the Development Attaché would ensure that trade agreements and partnerships help build local capacities and encourage innovation.Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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One of the most intriguing dishes, ‘Pomodoro Strattu,’ is inspired by a 4,000 year-old recipe and combines roasted tomatoes with onions, fennel and capers.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Depending on what happens with Bregman's free agency, this would be an intriguing alternative for the Astros to keep in mind.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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Not having enough iron can cause symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, difficulty concentrating, and palpitations.Lauryn Higgins, Health, 4 Oct. 2024
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Carbon mineralization is familiar, but many competing solutions require capturing and concentrating the CO2, then transporting and pumping it underground to mineralize.Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.Katie Hunt, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
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For The Dispatch, Chris Stirewalt has written a fascinating article about Huey Long and his role in the Chaco War — a bit role, but very interesting to know about.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
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Invest in these technologies to make shopping more accessible and engaging.Gunjan Paliwal, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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And Isa Condo-Olvera is quite engaging and lovely of voice as the character who undergoes the show’s greatest transformation, lovestruck stepsister Gabrielle.Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 25 Nov. 2024
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Streaming on Hulu hulu Disclaimer Filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón wrote and directed this absorbing adaptation of the book by Renée Knight about a respected journalist (Cate Blanchett) who receives a novel that features her deepest secrets.Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2024
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After an absorbing encounter in Charlotte, North Carolina, Colombia emerged to earn a meeting against defending champions Argentina in the Copa America final in Miami Gardens on Sunday.Jack Lang, The Athletic, 10 July 2024
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“Riveting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/riveting. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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