as in enticed
to engage the attention of
The park's natural wonders attract many tourists. The blackbird puts on a colorful display in its attempt to attract a mate.
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Recent Examples of attracted
Mangione, who has attracted attention on social media for his looks, has gained an online following, with accounts such as @HotforLuigi emerging on platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
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Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
More than 50 million workers quit their jobs in 2022, breaking a record set just the year prior, attracted by better and ample job opportunities elsewhere.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
We could be appropriately attracted to one another and also good parenting models.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
This success attracted new investors who drove up prices further.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
But then the American president makes a move on the new household, Natalie, to whom David is attracted.
—Pia Lauritzen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The Swiss city has long attracted wealthy, high-net-worth newcomers from around the world for a number of reasons, including its strong currency, competitive tax rates, and overall quality of life.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Her work attracted the attention of the Dakpema, a governing body in northern Ghana.
—Aj Willingham, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
During its China tour, the vehicle attracted large crowds in multiple cities, highlighting the growing enthusiasm for Tesla’s new vehicle.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 13 Dec. 2024
Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
More than 50 million workers quit their jobs in 2022, breaking a record set just the year prior, attracted by better and ample job opportunities elsewhere.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
We could be appropriately attracted to one another and also good parenting models.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
This success attracted new investors who drove up prices further.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
But then the American president makes a move on the new household, Natalie, to whom David is attracted.
—Pia Lauritzen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The Swiss city has long attracted wealthy, high-net-worth newcomers from around the world for a number of reasons, including its strong currency, competitive tax rates, and overall quality of life.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Her work attracted the attention of the Dakpema, a governing body in northern Ghana.
—Aj Willingham, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
During its China tour, the vehicle attracted large crowds in multiple cities, highlighting the growing enthusiasm for Tesla’s new vehicle.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Attracted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracted. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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