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as in lured
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
that chocolate dessert sure tempts me, but I should stick with my diet
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as in risked
to take a chance on
refusing to lay in enough food for the long winter tempts the dangers of starvation
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Recent Examples of tempted
Nora Ephron probably wouldn’t haven’t been tempted to turn this story into a rom-com.
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
So if you’re still tempted to try to time the market, just remember that bumpiness means rates could actually tick higher for a while before lurching lower, Fairweather said.
—Andrea Riquier, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
Many retail traders are tempted to sell options that capture events such as earnings because the premiums are often elevated, but there’s often good reason for that.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
But be prepared — you’ll likely be tempted to hop up on the dance floor.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
So, the next time you're tempted to force optimism, consider embracing the full spectrum of your experiences.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
This slime is not edible, so avoid making slime with younger kids who might be tempted to put it in their mouths.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
If Netanyahu reads muted reaction from Tehran as lack of resolve, he may be tempted to pound Lebanon harder, proceed with tentative plans to launch a ground invasion and even expand the offensive into other spheres of Iran’s influence.
—Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2024
These powers are sometimes tempted to use missions as a means to advance their own strategic priorities.
—Barbara F. Walter, Foreign Affairs, 29 Nov. 2021
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
So if you’re still tempted to try to time the market, just remember that bumpiness means rates could actually tick higher for a while before lurching lower, Fairweather said.
—Andrea Riquier, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
Many retail traders are tempted to sell options that capture events such as earnings because the premiums are often elevated, but there’s often good reason for that.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
But be prepared — you’ll likely be tempted to hop up on the dance floor.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
So, the next time you're tempted to force optimism, consider embracing the full spectrum of your experiences.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
This slime is not edible, so avoid making slime with younger kids who might be tempted to put it in their mouths.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
If Netanyahu reads muted reaction from Tehran as lack of resolve, he may be tempted to pound Lebanon harder, proceed with tentative plans to launch a ground invasion and even expand the offensive into other spheres of Iran’s influence.
—Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2024
These powers are sometimes tempted to use missions as a means to advance their own strategic priorities.
—Barbara F. Walter, Foreign Affairs, 29 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tempted
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Unsuspecting individuals are lured into contributing funds or providing personal details to malicious actors under the guise of helping those affected by disasters.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Based on Diana Gabaldon’s book series, Outlander has lured audiences with its sweeping historical fantasy and once-in-a-lifetime(s) love story.EW.com, EW.com, 30 Sep. 2024
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Trio booked, led people on unsanctioned hunts Clients booked trips with the trio and ventured into the Caribou-Targhee National Forest in Idaho and Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming, federal prosecutors said.Krystal Nurse, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
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In August, the family ventured out to Miles’ favorite burger restaurant to celebrate his 17th birthday, and later went bowling.Joanne Fowler, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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This atmosphere enticed monied Californians and New Yorkers during the pandemic, and those looking for a second home in the mountains, driving up prices.Jessica Wakeman, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
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Bon Jovi recently re-released Greatest Hits on vinyl, which enticed thousands of fans of the band to purchase the beloved collection.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Having persuaded many leading brands and designers to stop using fur and leather, animal rights activists have set their sights on convincing more brands to do away with down feathers.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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Her intractability eventually persuaded Kishan Patel and Teeny Chirichillo to flip the script and vote Aysha out instead.Dalton Ross, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Tempted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tempted. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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