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attract

[uh-trakt] / əˈtrækt /


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The same moves tend to attract scammers who take advantage of people when they are most vulnerable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The governing body said the requests were "part of a coordinated recruitment strategy" by the country's government "to attract overseas athletes through lucrative contracts".

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

They’ve already had one win with the ongoing construction of an $150-million El Segundo practice facility, which should open next year and serve to attract the type of stars that a Los Angeles team deserves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

It was the kind of cough intended to attract attention, and the gods turned to see who had coughed.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman




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