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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There’s an interesting proviso in the Allbirds–to–NewBird AI switchover that’s gotten much less public attention.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
Both issues need addressing, it says, but the inquiry also raises interesting questions over the government's attempts to force some people to get the jab.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
“So talk, unless the fake narrative that you’re creating happens to be way more interesting than the truth, I have nothing to hide when it comes to you and me.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
“The Bessembinder paper is really interesting because it communicates pretty clearly that the stock market is, especially in the short term, like a lottery,” Roche said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
A table, some chairs, a set of drawers to keep any interesting things he might find on an adventure—these were the first pieces Duane chose to take.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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