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
The regulatory and trade architecture that has attracted a record $45 billion in FDI in 2025 — the country ranks among the top ten globally for FDI inflows — has not changed.
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Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Logan, who worked out on the defensive line Sunday, stood out among all the competitors and was awarded the overall MVP for the camp, which attracted more than 200 athletes to the event.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Platner attracted big crowds, loads of cash, and, after a brief honeymoon period, plenty of controversy.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
These giant, but harmless, creatures are attracted by the lights, which in turn attract the plankton the rays dine on.
—Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Despite initially worrying that their cause would be too controversial, the Freethought Caucus has gradually attracted more than 30 members.
—Alexei Koseff, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Mar. 2026
Allegations of his mistreatment attracted national attention.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 16 Mar. 2026
One effort covering the 2024 presidential election attracted more than 13 million viewers, says Jack Auresto, a deputy Washington Bureau chief who oversees video production there.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 Mar. 2026
Much of the investment has been concentrated in North Africa, Southern Africa and parts of East Africa, while West Africa has attracted relatively limited funding.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Logan, who worked out on the defensive line Sunday, stood out among all the competitors and was awarded the overall MVP for the camp, which attracted more than 200 athletes to the event.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Platner attracted big crowds, loads of cash, and, after a brief honeymoon period, plenty of controversy.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
These giant, but harmless, creatures are attracted by the lights, which in turn attract the plankton the rays dine on.
—Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Despite initially worrying that their cause would be too controversial, the Freethought Caucus has gradually attracted more than 30 members.
—Alexei Koseff, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Mar. 2026
Allegations of his mistreatment attracted national attention.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 16 Mar. 2026
One effort covering the 2024 presidential election attracted more than 13 million viewers, says Jack Auresto, a deputy Washington Bureau chief who oversees video production there.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 16 Mar. 2026
Much of the investment has been concentrated in North Africa, Southern Africa and parts of East Africa, while West Africa has attracted relatively limited funding.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attracted
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The team’s top five leaders in minutes this year are all returning players, giving the program unusual continuity during an era when successful mid-major squads often lose their best players through the transfer portal, enticed by more money from power conference schools.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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Players from all over were enticed by the Raiders, who opened up the coffers to land key free agent additions, including linebackers Quay Walker and Nakobe Dean.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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These stories are not only fun to read, but also provide valuable information about ideas that interested early Christians.—
Christy Cobb,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2026
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The character that interested me was (his alter ego) Norman Osborn.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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That effort drew strong opposition from housing advocates and tenant rights groups who championed the measure’s passage in 2022, and was ultimately referred to council committees rather than advancing.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The film, a horror drama set in 1932, drew audiences to theaters from the start.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Attracted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracted. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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