as in intrigued
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 tantalized
This question has tantalized and taunted Bulls fans for years — and this trade deadline is no different.
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
There is a mad scramble to get the Vera Rubin, while being tantalized by the Richard Feynman, an even further iteration scheduled for release in 2028.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2025
Then, in July 2024, Perseverance found the rock that has tantalized scientists for months.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
There is a mad scramble to get the Vera Rubin, while being tantalized by the Richard Feynman, an even further iteration scheduled for release in 2028.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2025
Then, in July 2024, Perseverance found the rock that has tantalized scientists for months.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tantalized
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The three young players I'm most intrigued by are third baseman Kyle Karros, first baseman TJ Rumfield, and utility player Ryan Ritter.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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Olympia’s ex-husband, Julian (Jason Ritter), the son of the head of the firm (Beau Bridges), is intrigued by Matty and her clever skills.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2026
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The Academy’s producers can’t be thrilled a potential winner isn’t confirmed to be sitting in the audience.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
13 Mar. 2026
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The only person who isn’t thrilled about this development?—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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Marlee herself is an ace writer, excited by the possibility of exploring character depth, and willing to break down a draft of her script, in order to create a better one.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Also in the audience were members of Jones’ family, including Quincy Jones III (QD3) and Martina Jones, excited to celebrate their father’s legacy.—
Annie Harrigan,
Billboard,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Tantalized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tantalized. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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