interesting
Usage
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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.
Example Sentences
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It’s more interesting to me to try to make something work and then I end up finding something I never would’ve decided.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
“Propeller One-Way Night Coach” is as earnest as they come, more candid than any memoir and more interesting than any biopic.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
"As well as being a very nice person, he is interesting and thoughtful. Just a thought. No need to reply."
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Whether it is nuclear, shipping or electric motors the industrial side of Korea is interesting.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
Nowadays, of course, people are accustomed to paintings of sheep that look nothing like actual sheep, but simply content themselves with being paintings, full of color and lines and interesting shapes.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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