variants
or magneto-
1
: magnetic force
magnetometer
2
: magnetism : magnetic
magnetoelectric
magneton
3
: magnetoelectric
magnetoresistance
4
: magnetosphere
magnetopause
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Noun
the giant theme park is a magnet for tourists to the area
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Meridith Alexander, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
There is not enough money to go around and the longer end of the bond market yield curve will be a magnet until the 10-year Treasury yield hits 5%.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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With its stunning biodiversity, round-the-clock security, and ultra-luxurious properties, the Papagayo Peninsula on Costa Rica’s northwest has become a magnet for celebrities.
—Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2024
But today, the drugs are more like a magnet, attracting Americans indiscriminately.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 1 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Companies excelling here become magnets for top talent, giving them a recruiting edge.
—Meridith Alexander, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
There is not enough money to go around and the longer end of the bond market yield curve will be a magnet until the 10-year Treasury yield hits 5%.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
In This Article Villa Avellana Casa Los Olas Andaz Costa Rica Resort
The Hive
With its stunning biodiversity, round-the-clock security, and ultra-luxurious properties, the Papagayo Peninsula on Costa Rica’s northwest has become a magnet for celebrities.
—Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2024
But today, the drugs are more like a magnet, attracting Americans indiscriminately.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Magnet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magnet. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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magnet
noun
mag·net
ˈmag-nət 
1
: a piece of some material (as the mineral iron oxide) that is able to attract iron
especially
: a mass of iron or steel so treated that it has this property
2
: something that attracts
the magnet of fame
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