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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Traditional hiring relies on candidates applying to your company, but elite talent needs to be sought out, engaged and intrigued by a unique opportunity.—
Sarah D'Souza,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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TikTok users have been excited and intrigued by these pitches — seeing them as attempts to not only spit on Trump’s plan but expose fashion surcharges and save money on luxury goods.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 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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Loyal collectors will be thrilled with the newest addition: Emerald Check, a fresh take on that classic checkerboard pattern.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Apr. 2025
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She was appalled by Gibson’s actions, Dever says, but thrilled by the part, which Dever performs with uncomfortably palpable insecurity, making the viewer almost feel bad for Gibson.—
Katie Heaney,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Tantalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tantalize. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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