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interesting

[in-ter-uh-sting, -truh-sting, -tuh-res-ting] / ˈɪn tər ə stɪŋ, -trə stɪŋ, -təˌrɛs tɪŋ /


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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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"Turning it up lowers cholesterol in the blood but increases liver fat. Turning it down does the reverse. That balance makes HELZ2 especially interesting as a potential therapeutic target."

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

“Coming into the league, it’s interesting because a lot of times people feel like they have to do something different or more,” Ogwumike said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

"You've slipped into this... It's like a religious pilgrimage in a way. That's what's interesting."

From BBC • May 22, 2026

This is such an easy way to make your dinner or snack-time a little more interesting and bring that added protein boost.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Perhaps the most interesting thing about the parking lot were the other tracks.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone




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