tempting
adjective
tempt·ing
ˈtem(p)-tiŋ 
: having an appeal : enticing
a tempting offer
temptingly
adverb
Examples of tempting in a Sentence
The desserts look very tempting.
It is tempting to think of him as the next American president.
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So, the explanation that Liverpool is missing a center-half or that Chelsea needs a proper goalkeeper to challenge for a title is tempting in its simplicity.
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Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Seek the table bonus The table bonus in the assistant manager scoring matrix is always tempting, with an additional 10 points for a win or five points for a draw on offer for those fantasy bosses prepared to take the risk.
—Holly Shand, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
This is tempting to both Lete and, of course, C.K., who both feel like targets after that fiery Temple ceremony.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 18 Feb. 2025
While displaying your knick-knacks is tempting, keep it in check and limit yourself to five items.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025
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Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Seek the table bonus The table bonus in the assistant manager scoring matrix is always tempting, with an additional 10 points for a win or five points for a draw on offer for those fantasy bosses prepared to take the risk.
—Holly Shand, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
This is tempting to both Lete and, of course, C.K., who both feel like targets after that fiery Temple ceremony.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 18 Feb. 2025
While displaying your knick-knacks is tempting, keep it in check and limit yourself to five items.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for tempting
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“Tempting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tempting. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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tempting
adjective
tempt·ing
ˈtem(p)-tiŋ
: having a strong attraction
the food all looked tempting
temptingly
adverb
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