as in attractive
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
the idea of living on Mars is appealing to space enthusiasts
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Recent Examples of appealing
Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2025
Unfortunately, while teachers and lecturers may see AI text detectors as an easy and appealing way of avoiding academic misconduct, in reality, these software aren’t 100% perfect.
—Christian Perry, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Where to stay: Set just west of Magdalena, the Rancho Magdalena Bed & Breakfast is an appealing place for stargazing after your day at the VLA.
—Stefanie Waldek, AFAR Media, 12 Aug. 2025
Their luxury line of upscale SUVs have always been plush, comfortable, appealing and user friendly for all consumers.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2025
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Verb
But equally as importantly, the company wants to make sure the kit itself is appealing and versatile enough that passengers will want to take it off the plane to use the bag for other purposes.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2025
Unfortunately, while teachers and lecturers may see AI text detectors as an easy and appealing way of avoiding academic misconduct, in reality, these software aren’t 100% perfect.
—Christian Perry, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Where to stay: Set just west of Magdalena, the Rancho Magdalena Bed & Breakfast is an appealing place for stargazing after your day at the VLA.
—Stefanie Waldek, AFAR Media, 12 Aug. 2025
Their luxury line of upscale SUVs have always been plush, comfortable, appealing and user friendly for all consumers.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appealing
Adjective
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Plus, with all due respect, Utah has not proven to be an attractive destination for star free agents.—
Bobby Krivitsky,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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The 2026’s new lights freshen its exterior appearance, while updates like the crisp HUD and 12.3-inch touch screen add to the appeal of an attractive and accommodating cabin.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The sheriff's office also issued an evacuation order Monday afternoon for oceanfront residents along an approximately 3-mile stretch of shoreline just south of Santa Cruz, citing large swells and high tides.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
24 Dec. 2024
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Many articles are hedging their bets about AI in 2025, citing costs and ROI, but your small business must use it.—
Erik Logan,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The area offers an array of quaint seaside communities to explore, but one of its most charming spots isn’t on the water at all.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
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Bagel Bake Tucked into a charming corner in Sarıyer, Bagel Bake is a beyond cozy cafe with bagel sandwiches that will transport you to New York.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Misty uncovers an incriminating clue.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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But Shauna was right about Melissa sending her an incriminating DAT tape with audio evidence of the Yellowjackets committing some Lord of the Flies-level acts.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The actor has also earned ample acclaim for charismatic turns in The Matador (2005), The Ghost Writer (2010), and Black Bag (2025).—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Could this photogenic, moody, charismatic actor carry a movie on his own if needed to?—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In the latest version of the Files by Google app, summoning Gemini while looking at a PDF gives you the option to ask about the file, writes Android Police.—
Wes Davis,
The Verge,
21 Dec. 2024
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By the 1980s, when more modern methods of summoning help had supplanted its usefulness, the tower remained as a beacon for bored teenagers.—
Jessica Garrison,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The historical documents, photographs, and artifacts are fascinating.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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But the backfield competition for the active roster is likely over, signaling an equally fascinating competition to come: How will touches be divvied up come Week 1?—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The post quickly sparked outrage, with many Reddit users accusing the neighbor of manipulation.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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These investigations include inquiries into safety violations by SpaceX and an SEC lawsuit accusing Musk of securities fraud.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Appealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appealing. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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