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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“The world is exceptionally interesting right now and when that happens,” he said, “the nonfiction reader is reading the news instead.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
"Aaron Bean is an avid iNaturalist user who opportunistically took some photos of a few plants that were interesting on the property."
From Science Daily • May 18, 2026
"I think it's a very interesting song in terms of production," agrees Satoshi, who represented Moldova at this year's contest.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
He does better on “Habibti,” which feels like it collects all the weird castoffs of this cycle but ends up being the most interesting to follow.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
Mr. Grayson’s hands, with long fingers and interesting rings.
From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold
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