attract

Example Sentences

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She doesn’t want St. Michael’s to close and is eager to attract new students.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Govan also credits Geffen Galleries with bringing in the kind of art that only a marquee building constructed to last could attract.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

In Webb’s case, he didn’t gain financially from his campaigns nor was he seeking to attract capital.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

"It brings spending into local cafés, shops, accommodation, co-working spaces, and community services - while also helping to retain or attract younger professionals who might otherwise move away."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The baby of the family, Lai, was only two months old, and Nguyen and her mother were careful to keep her quiet so they didn’t attract any attention.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge