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 will be very interesting to see if this plays out as the data indicates. We hope it does as drivers could do with some relief at the pumps."
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
“The Bessembinder paper is really interesting because it communicates pretty clearly that the stock market is, especially in the short term, like a lottery,” Roche said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Some even “feel interesting and generative and exciting instead of limiting and disappointing,” she said, which “emerged with writing this book.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
The California governor’s race is suddenly more interesting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
“Daniel texted us last night with a very interesting story,” said Hila, sitting directly across from Boaz, pouring herself a glass of orange juice.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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