interesting
Usage
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Something that is interesting occupies the mind with no connotation of pleasure or displeasure: an interesting account of a battle. Something that is pleasing engages the mind favorably: a pleasing account of the wedding. Something that is gratifying fulfills expectations, requirements, etc.: a gratifying account of his whereabouts; a book gratifying in its detail.
Example Sentences
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By interesting coincidence, I happened to be in Nashville in January 1979, visiting my future in-laws, where I witnessed the most dramatic and emblematic episode of Mr. Alexander’s distinguished career.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
Although, as is the case with too much of Nolan’s storytelling, he wrongly thinks it’s more interesting to withhold Odysseus’ traumatic hang-up until the ending.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
One chimpanzee named Sandy displayed particularly interesting behavior.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
"The one thing I found interesting is it's so obvious as to which holes had been redone," Scheffler said in his news conference.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
If it smells interesting, he thinks, it must taste good.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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