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as in engaged
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Relevance
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as in concerned
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as in intrigued
to hold the attention of
the book didn't interest me, so I ended up watching the parade of people on the sidewalk
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interested parties
an interested reader
interested buyers
interested citizens
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Recent Examples of interested
Renée Onque,mickey Todiwala, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
One of the forwards the north London side are interested in is RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
As of now, the Heat is not interested in having Butler remain away from the team while paying him the remainder of his $48.8 million salary for this season after his suspension is over.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
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Initially interested in researching the gender-neutral martial art Kalaripayattu, which originated in Kerala, Kunnath shifted her focus after finding that the women focused on bulking instead.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
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Investors were not at all interested in a product centered around mental health, and this made the Calm app a hard sell.
—Renée Onque,mickey Todiwala, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
One of the forwards the north London side are interested in is RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
As of now, the Heat is not interested in having Butler remain away from the team while paying him the remainder of his $48.8 million salary for this season after his suspension is over.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
Related article What life is like in one of the most remote places on Earth
Initially interested in researching the gender-neutral martial art Kalaripayattu, which originated in Kerala, Kunnath shifted her focus after finding that the women focused on bulking instead.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
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Compared to 21 to 25-year-old workers in 2018, today's Gen Z feels 11 percent more stressed, 9 percent more overwhelmed, 8 percent less happy, 8 percent less engaged and 5 percent less successful.Jess Thomson, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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By ensuring leaders model accountability and communicate clear organizational values, companies can create environments where employees feel respected and engaged.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Millennials are often regarded as socially conscious, tech savvy, and concerned about climate change.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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Initially concerned about Bambi's movement and heart rate, the doctors were hesitant to proceed with further pushing.Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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The findings intrigued physicist Richard Taylor of the University of Oregon, whose work over the last 20 years includes analyzing fractal patterns in the paintings of Jackson Pollock.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
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As a bourbon reviewer who enjoys the flavor of spirits but has always been easily prone to hangovers, Eric Burke was intrigued.Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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According to police, the incident occurred during a birthday party, in which the four suspects allegedly entered the residence and became involved in an altercation before shots were fired.Danny Tow, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2025
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Swinney is less involved legislatively but plenty vocal.Chris Vannini, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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What fascinated me about the book is how everybody is part of this drive that this woman had.Adam Moss, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
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As a young child, Johnson was fascinated by books.Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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The nurse gave her a quizzical look and checked her file again, asking her to confirm her date of birth.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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Noting the quizzical looks, Williams-Paisley pats the swan.Eileen Finan, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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That slides into the date previously occupied by Matt Reeves The Batman sequel, which is currently untitled.Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
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The century-old watchmaker stopped operations when the Soviets occupied East Germany post-WWII.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2024
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In another photo, the trio of ladies were immersed in conversation, as was Chalamet, and all four stars were smiling.Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Some tea bags release billions of tiny plastic particles when immersed in hot water, creating tea that can harm your health and increase your risk of cancer—but not all tea is equally as dangerous.Hatty Willmoth, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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