1
as in engaged
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Relevance
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2
as in concerned
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Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in intrigued
to hold the attention of
the book didn't interest me, so I ended up watching the parade of people on the sidewalk
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Try This Instead
Try This InsteadFor
Try This
interested parties
an interested reader
interested buyers
interested citizens
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Recent Examples of interested
Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 5 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Casey, in jail awaiting trial initially on charges of child neglect, later upgraded to first-degree murder, was far more interested in getting her boyfriend’s phone number on a family call than discussing what had happened with her daughter.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 4 Mar. 2025
Ballerini was the first to turn her red chair around, but she was followed by Bublé, who was equally interested in her ethereal voice.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Note that neither seller was much interested in taking Sunbeam stock.
—Matt Schifrin, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
For health professionals and couples interested in treating both partners, the research team is developing a website that provides detailed information on male partner treatment.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 5 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Casey, in jail awaiting trial initially on charges of child neglect, later upgraded to first-degree murder, was far more interested in getting her boyfriend’s phone number on a family call than discussing what had happened with her daughter.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 4 Mar. 2025
Ballerini was the first to turn her red chair around, but she was followed by Bublé, who was equally interested in her ethereal voice.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2025
Note that neither seller was much interested in taking Sunbeam stock.
—Matt Schifrin, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
Adjective
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Turn passing glances into engaged followers by speaking directly to their immediate concerns.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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After meeting online and falling in love, Jay and Pamela are engaged and live together with Jay’s parents.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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According to a recent Prosper Insights & Analytics Survey, 38.6% of Gen-X adults are concerned about the need for human oversight in AI applications, while 29.9% express concerns about the transparency of AI processes.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The potential reprieve follows urgent pleas from industry leaders concerned about the tariffs' impact on car prices and supply chains.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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As a bourbon reviewer who enjoys the flavor of spirits but has always been easily prone to hangovers, Eric Burke was intrigued.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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The findings intrigued physicist Richard Taylor of the University of Oregon, whose work over the last 20 years includes analyzing fractal patterns in the paintings of Jackson Pollock.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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All the involved victims have been identified and law enforcement has contacted their families.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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Kellogg said that if conflict erupts on the Korean Peninsula, Russian forces could become involved, escalating tensions where 20,000 U.S. troops are stationed.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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What fascinated me about the book is how everybody is part of this drive that this woman had.—
Adam Moss,
Vulture,
19 Dec. 2024
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As a young child, Johnson was fascinated by books.—
Calvin Tomkins,
The New Yorker,
9 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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In a restaurant, therefore, raise a quizzical eyebrow at any risotto that reaches the table in less than twenty-five minutes.—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
16 Dec. 2024
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Goose is following his path, looking for brains and leaving laughter and quizzical looks behind. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn.—
Eric Fuller,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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That slides into the date previously occupied by Matt Reeves The Batman sequel, which is currently untitled.—
Pamela McClintock,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Dec. 2024
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The century-old watchmaker stopped operations when the Soviets occupied East Germany post-WWII.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In another photo, the trio of ladies were immersed in conversation, as was Chalamet, and all four stars were smiling.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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Some tea bags release billions of tiny plastic particles when immersed in hot water, creating tea that can harm your health and increase your risk of cancer—but not all tea is equally as dangerous.—
Hatty Willmoth,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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