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also irresistable
as in overwhelming
impossible to resist especially because of strength or attractiveness
The force of the waves was irresistible. She had an irresistible craving for chocolate. Women find him irresistible.
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Funky favorites and irresistible dance tunes across many genres.–Man!
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
The air was infused with the opulent notes of leather, raspberry, and cardamom, showcasing Forever Wanted Elixir’s irresistible aroma.
—Evan Burke, Billboard, 19 Mar. 2025
The access and ease of placing hundreds of different kinds of bets on your phone makes this time of year an irresistible temptation for college students and others to deepen their enjoyment and engagement with the tournaments.
—Karen Weaver, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
The traditional norteño sax group, which includes a saxophone, accordion and baja sexto in its ensemble, closed out the showcase with deep romanticism and irresistible energy.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
The air was infused with the opulent notes of leather, raspberry, and cardamom, showcasing Forever Wanted Elixir’s irresistible aroma.
—Evan Burke, Billboard, 19 Mar. 2025
The access and ease of placing hundreds of different kinds of bets on your phone makes this time of year an irresistible temptation for college students and others to deepen their enjoyment and engagement with the tournaments.
—Karen Weaver, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
The traditional norteño sax group, which includes a saxophone, accordion and baja sexto in its ensemble, closed out the showcase with deep romanticism and irresistible energy.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for irresistible
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“Irresistible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irresistible. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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