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appealing

[uh-pee-ling] / əˈpi lɪŋ /


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“I’ve been told that it was inspired by tombs. That does not sound appealing, but the scent is actually quite light, not too dark or depressing.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

It’s that it contains many of the flavors that make ranch appealing in the first place: alliums, herbs, dairy richness and acidity.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Too often, they write, we obsess over making ourselves more appealing to others — or more “lovable” — when we should be striving for stronger communication.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

"I think that's what makes it so appealing, and AI simply can't replicate it."

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

They argue over who will get to ride the gryphon but Widget relents when Celia tells them the story of the nine-tailed fox just behind it, which suddenly sounds much more appealing.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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