- present participle of interest.
interesting
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Something that is interesting occupies the mind with no connotation of pleasure or displeasure: an interesting account of a battle. Something that is pleasing engages the mind favorably: a pleasing account of the wedding. Something that is gratifying fulfills expectations, requirements, etc.: a gratifying account of his whereabouts; a book gratifying in its detail.
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For now, the findings highlight an interesting connection between protein sources and testosterone levels, while leaving open the question of whether changing protein choices could have any direct effect on male hormone health.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 13, 2026
Pochettino gives United an interesting solution to this problem.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2026
In an interesting historical twist, Revels’ relationship to Leary would come full circle decades later.
From Slate ● Nov. 12, 2026
It’s interesting to see United taking the most skeptical stance on agentic transactions, since CEO Scott Kirby has probably been the most outspoken about making technology an advantage.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026
“It’s interesting, don’t you think, how you always set up the game before I get here, and you somehow always have all the letter tiles you need to lay down a high-scoring first word?”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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