as in to intrigue
to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.
She was tantalized by the possibility of earning a lot of money quickly.
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Recent Examples of tantalize
And the economic possibilities of welcoming Syria, massive and full of natural and historical beauty, into the family of nations are tantalizing.
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Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
For Globe-Trotters Enjoy flavors from around the world that tantalize the home cook who’s always looking for a culinary adventure.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2025
What makes social media especially tantalizing is that algorithms quickly ascertain what individual users want to see and populate feeds accordingly.
—Daniel Seifert, JSTOR Daily, 5 Feb. 2025
By Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times (TNS) The ads on podcasts and social media were tantalizing: over-the-counter probiotic supplements that could ward off the worst effects of a hangover if taken before drinking.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
For Globe-Trotters Enjoy flavors from around the world that tantalize the home cook who’s always looking for a culinary adventure.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2025
What makes social media especially tantalizing is that algorithms quickly ascertain what individual users want to see and populate feeds accordingly.
—Daniel Seifert, JSTOR Daily, 5 Feb. 2025
By Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times (TNS) The ads on podcasts and social media were tantalizing: over-the-counter probiotic supplements that could ward off the worst effects of a hangover if taken before drinking.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tantalize
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The idea of playing with the high-flying freshman intrigues Hall.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2025
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That possibility has intrigued researchers and investors alike.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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What excites you the most about your new partnership with Chase and United?—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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That technology will likely change and influence legacy processes, like customer service, loyalty and marketing, which retailers hope will entice and excite their shoppers.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Mar. 2025
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Popular comedies such as Ted Lasso and Shrinking, thrilling dramas—from Severance and The Morning Show to Slow Horses and Disclaimer—as well as epic sci-fi like Silo, hit movies like Wolfs and The Gorge are also available with Apple TV+ subscription on Prime Video in India.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The film has been praised for its nostalgic elements and thrilling aerial sequences.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Tantalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tantalize. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.
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