Example Sentences

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“Love Is Blind”’s gamification dangles the promise of a deeper emotional connection, which was especially appealing when lockdowns closed community third spaces and further cemented TV as a dominant cultural hub.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

She has gathered nature-inspired artworks in “Slow Looking” to draw us in and get us to look for longer, though she dangles the rewards at a distance: “The beauty will not automatically reveal itself.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

It recently revamped its program, introducing a three-tier structure that offers ways to earn points faster, but also dangles exclusive merchandise and curated experiences for its top-tier members.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Red with large flares at her hips and ankles, she resembled the vintage biplane Cruise dangles from in the film.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2025

He grabs a windowsill and dangles from it for a second or two and then drops back down into a crouch.

From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon