compelling

Example Sentences

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It made for a deeply compelling game; hardcore football that had everything.

From BBC

Liquid water combined with internal energy sources makes these moons compelling targets in the search for life.

From Science Daily

These clubs have experienced existential crises and that, on its own, is compelling to witness.

From BBC

From hostages to nuclear weapons and proxy wars, Iran has vexed American presidents for some 75 years, compelling some of Washington’s riskiest international campaigns.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dorinda Medley has described the unspoken rule bluntly: you had to get there early, because once the salmon disappeared, what remained was… less compelling.

From Salon