temptation

Example Sentences

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Investors should also resist the temptation to add “alternative” private investments to their portfolios.

From The Wall Street Journal

While energy prices remain subdued—oil is currently $58 a barrel—Venezuela represents a big new temptation for U.S. oil majors.

From Barron's

As much of a temptation it may be to leave your job right now, take advantage of those wonderful gifts — and don’t hurry a huge life decision.

From MarketWatch

"If you succumb to temptation you basically give in. You eat that biscuit and then you carry on eating."

From BBC

It’s a story built from vivid episodes and long delays, where danger and temptation matter as much as forward motion.

From Los Angeles Times