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as in lure
something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain
the hospital often offers T-shirts or caps as enticements for people to donate blood
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as in temptation
the act or pressure of giving in to a desire especially when ill-advised
the enticement of the party buffet was just too great to ignore for very long
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Noun
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The lure of historic settings, whether specific buildings or entire urban districts, has never seemed more irresistible.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025 -
But maybe the lure of some of the best courses in the world, along with a South African summer, could see a seasonal change in his mood toward the country later this year.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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At a time when public trust in higher education is evaporating, faculty are stretched thin, and institutional missions are fraying under financial strain, the temptation is to become further entrenched in the status quo or surrender to inevitable decline.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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But if Bell continues to struggle to impress his SAC, there could be the temptation to at least consider alternative paths up the professional ladder.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
26 July 2025
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During a Monday press conference, lawmakers and The Boring Co. officials did not share details on any incentives The Boring Co. receives.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
31 July 2025
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Loyalty programs—built through airline partnerships, premium tiers and behavioral incentives—can further deepen trust and retention.—
Baranitharan Venkatakrishnan,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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The film follows detective Nick Curran (Douglas) investigating a brutal murder that leads him into a dangerous game of seduction with prime suspect Catherine Tramell (Stone), a manipulative crime novelist.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
17 July 2025
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Before the month comes to a close, Venus will enter Cancer on July 30, adding a layer of harmony and sweet seduction to your eighth house of mergers and intimacy.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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The source noted that philanthropy is part of their mutual attraction.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Other recent theme park incidents that made headlines include a backstage fire at Epcot at Walt Disney World in Florida, and riders who jumped off of a raft ride after becoming stuck on the attraction at Six Flags Over Texas in June 2024.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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“Enticement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enticement. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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