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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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“It will be interesting to see how investors absorb that.”

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

“While there is never a good time for an MD transition, we think the timing is interesting in the context of the reserve and resource update, which was originally slated for May,” Macquarie says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Riley is criticizing the global economy but setting this caper in the fashion world keeps the style interesting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

It will be interesting to see what 23-year-old Raducanu's expectations at Roland Garros are.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Tolstoy was nowhere to be seen, and she was sorry not to have another chance to speak with the interesting young officer.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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