attract

Example Sentences

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The center is expected to attract approximately 700,000 visitors annually and be an economic engine for the city, while also potentially helping transform the surrounding lower-income neighborhood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

"Consequently, for now, it would appear that European markets will need to work harder to attract further replacement cargoes from elsewhere if sufficient inventory is to be maintained over the summer months," it said.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

So people don’t hear about the bills she actually did sign — legislation to lower energy costs, strengthen schools, make housing more affordable and attract billions in business investment to the commonwealth.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

While there’s no guarantee patents will translate to commercial technology, they’re nonetheless a way to attract investment and establish a competitive advantage.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Unlike the other alleys, where the vendors had big orb-lit signs and played music to attract customers, the vendors here had no signs at all.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat