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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"Surprisingly, it resonates with younger people... I even hear comments like, 'it's interesting precisely because it's old'."
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
"The whole group getting back together makes it way more interesting and feels somewhat like Euphoria again," he says, though he adds the plot is still "ridiculous".
From BBC • May 30, 2026
"We synthesize unique nanoscale building blocks and stack them into interesting structures. In this case, we were able to stabilize these theorized transitional structures and demonstrate important quantum optical properties."
From Science Daily • May 30, 2026
Their fate isn’t nearly as interesting as their predicament.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
The interview continues back and forth with the reporter getting increasingly frustrated and the FBI agent refusing to say anything interesting.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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