compelling

Example Sentences

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But the mystery proved too compelling to ignore.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“The notion that they inadvertently failed to add reports to this case is just not compelling to this court. This is something that should have been looked at and it wasn’t.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

With pricing starting at $1.75 million—and limited inventory—Ancora enters the market as a compelling option in one of Florida’s fastest-emerging coastal enclaves.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The company thinks weight loss in the 10% to 15% range is compelling enough to land customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

In truth, Lawrence had not found Northwestern’s offer all that compelling.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik