as in to intrigue
to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.
She was tantalized by the possibility of earning a lot of money quickly.
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Recent Examples of tantalize
The scenario that tantalizes Democrats, though, is probably slightly more likely.
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Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 14 Mar. 2025
Norris' upside potential for the new season is tantalizing.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC News, 7 Mar. 2025
Risks remain—policy shifts could stall, or DOGE’s efficiency drive might squeeze budgets—but the upside potential is tantalizing.
—Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Horror label Blumhouse brought four new films to tantalize global theater owners on Tuesday, which will roll out steadily through 2025.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
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Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 14 Mar. 2025
Norris' upside potential for the new season is tantalizing.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC News, 7 Mar. 2025
Risks remain—policy shifts could stall, or DOGE’s efficiency drive might squeeze budgets—but the upside potential is tantalizing.
—Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Horror label Blumhouse brought four new films to tantalize global theater owners on Tuesday, which will roll out steadily through 2025.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for tantalize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tantalize
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But the character description intrigued Lee, a Korean-American actor, because the role was written as a character of Korean descent.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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His true passion lies in connecting with global audiences, particularly those intrigued by the nuanced art of leading in times of crisis.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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Nintendo fans excited over the upcoming Switch console said on April 3 they were disappointed by the high price tag, as US tariffs bite.—
Megan Farokhmanesh,
Wired News,
18 Apr. 2025
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Part of what excited us and the challenge was to make sure all of the materials were responsibly sourced.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Bowen-Fontenot, the senior version of the brother-sister act, was thrilled with her time.—
Steve Brand,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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All of those very different shows should be thrilling in their own ways — and, at last check, tickets were still available for the remaining Barron SFJAZZ dates at sfjazzz.com.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Tantalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tantalize. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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