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as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
movie stars often have an engaging aura that is hard to describe
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as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
a movie with an engaging story that will hold your interest for a couple of hours
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
the challenging jigsaw puzzle engaged us all evening
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as in facing
to enter into contest or conflict with
the daring young captain was eager to engage the enemy
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as in committing
to obligate by prior agreement
we can't go to the dance because we're already engaged to attend a piano recital
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as in employing
to provide with a paying job
the wealthy couple are looking to engage a handyman to take care of the estate
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as in hiring
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum
my sister and her boyfriend have engaged a chauffeured limousine for the prom
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Recent Examples of engaging
Scott Miller, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
That may suggest Ballerini isn’t up to the task, but her engaging, energetic performance Friday proved her arena upgrade was actually long overdue.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 24 Jan. 2025
Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Fromage Board Game Perfect for board game nights with family and friends, featuring strategic depth and engaging competition.
—James Palmer, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
These systems also maintain clear sightlines for spectators, which helps facilitate an engaging viewing experience.
—Scott Miller, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
That may suggest Ballerini isn’t up to the task, but her engaging, energetic performance Friday proved her arena upgrade was actually long overdue.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 24 Jan. 2025
Verb
Given that Congress closely guards its budgeting powers, at least some of these efforts may prove difficult to accomplish without engaging the formal legislative process.
—Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Fromage Board Game Perfect for board game nights with family and friends, featuring strategic depth and engaging competition.
—James Palmer, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engaging
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Kitsch regrouped and found a far more interesting path, playing film and TV roles that captured the heartland sensibilities and vulnerabilities that made the Dillon Panthers’ #33 so appealing, the rough-and-tumble Texas kid with a heart of gold.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2025
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Games that employ cutting-edge technology are very appealing.—
Andrew Webster,
The Verge,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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So, life always offers us really interesting storylines, unfortunately.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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And exposition is difficult to make interesting, even in projects requiring far less of it.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
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The project, helmed by directors Radha Mehta and Saif Jaan, explores the story of an imam facing a moral crossroads between upholding traditional mosque values and protecting a male congregant’s spiritual journey.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
31 Dec. 2024
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So what is the biggest threat facing the world in 2025?—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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This movement’s energy radiated from a troubled detention center in Washington where a few dozen men charged with attacking police officers and committing other violent offenses were held.—
Dan Barry,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2025
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DeAngelo admitted to committing more than 50 rapes and killing 13 people through a 12-year terror spree across six counties in California.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
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Additional safety features for the 35th anniversary include an Adaptive Front-lighting System, High Beam Control, and Traffic Sign Recognition with Grand Touring models employing optional Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Distance & Speed Alert.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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Federal agencies could also be reminded to assess new risks in employing broad statutory readings, due to the effective demise of the APA statute of limitations under Corner Post.—
Alden Abbott,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Two hiring cycles quietly came and went, but Leftwich has remained unshaken.—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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This implementation is already underway, and is actively impacting hiring choices.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Characters choke down blood like chocolate and the zippy script (written by Phillip Murphy and Christopher Landon & Michael Kennedy) pairs well with two charismatic leads.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 Feb. 2025
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Grant’s charismatic persona and easy humor may well be the secret of his longevity.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
6 Feb. 2025
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Al Shami hinted at the possibility of collaborating on a new duet with superstar Tamer Hosny, sparking excitement after a photo of the two surfaced following a private family gathering and some intriguing conversations.—
Hala Mustafa,
Billboard,
31 Jan. 2025
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The Buffalo Sabres and Nashville Predators are set to face off in an intriguing Friday night matchup at KeyBank Center, with the game set for 7:00 PM ET on NHL Network.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Engaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engaging. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.
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