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as in wooing
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you're just inviting ridicule by making such outrageous claims
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as in attractive
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as in irresistible
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Recent Examples of inviting
Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
Packed in between curved wooden beams, translucent honeyed yellow square panels filter the weak sunlight into a more inviting summer afternoon hue.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Not only does the eau de parfum look like the most inviting cocktail thanks to its turquoise color, but the scent will immediately transport you poolside to the vacation of your dreams.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 28 May 2025
On floors where original windows could not meet modern standards, French balconies were introduced to flood the spaces with natural light and create a more inviting ambiance.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Think about finally adding a swing to your front porch while this one is 40% off, or make your patio feel more inviting with this palm outdoor rug for $35.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
Packed in between curved wooden beams, translucent honeyed yellow square panels filter the weak sunlight into a more inviting summer afternoon hue.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Not only does the eau de parfum look like the most inviting cocktail thanks to its turquoise color, but the scent will immediately transport you poolside to the vacation of your dreams.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 28 May 2025
On floors where original windows could not meet modern standards, French balconies were introduced to flood the spaces with natural light and create a more inviting ambiance.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inviting
Verb
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The plaintiffs are asking the court to block the administration’s order, which puts Haitians at risk of being returned to a country overrun by deadly gangs.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2025
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The Purple One was not pleased when his band started asking questions.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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If the team were inclined to bolster that position, Auburn’s Ike Irish and North Carolina’s Luke Stevenson would each be attractive options.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
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The bulk of the lunar material falls into orbit around the more gravitationally attractive sun.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Some of their performances since the turn of the year, notably in the 5-0 thrashing of Inter in the Champions League final at the end of May and the 4-0 defeat of Real Madrid in the Club World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, have been irresistible.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Walmart $399 Apple All the changes to last year's Watch Series 10 (issued in advance of the Apple Watch's 10th anniversary) were designed mainly to make the Apple Watch irresistible once more.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
Verb
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This makes for some far greater disincentives for seeking retribution by filing malicious legal actions than the coverage of Patel's remarks and goals to date have suggested.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Kyiv is seeking security guarantees in the form of accession to NATO.—
Samuel Charap,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Broader profiles mean more tempting targets for criminals.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 July 2025
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For some, this may be a scenario too tempting to resist.—
Bill English,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Last summer, Cranston shared a series of scenic photos of their trip to Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada, including this endearing pic of the pair sitting on a train.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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But his resilience and willingness to stay were his endearing legacy to his coaching staff.—
Devon Henderson,
Oc Register,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Electro-Cumbia beats on the high-end hi-fi, soft red lighting, a dreamlike atmosphere: Daydream is an alluring little hideout on SE Clinton, where there’s always a live DJ and the drinks skewer trendily low ABV.—
Jordan Michelman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 July 2025
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Such a breakthrough in U.S.-Chinese relations might sound alluring at this particularly fraught moment, but the history of the strategic rivalry between China and the United States and each country’s internal politics make the likelihood of reaching one remote.—
WILLIAM HURST,
Foreign Affairs,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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The Week 14 Thursday Night Football feature produced more winning bets on the Packers (+3.5) and over the game total in the Lions 34-31 win.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes,
12 Dec. 2024
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The most winning aspect of Wilder's play is its warmth.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
11 Oct. 2024
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“Inviting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inviting. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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