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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We've combed through it all, so you don't have to, and found six of the most interesting bits among the sea of numbers.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
“It will be really interesting to see what he does with it.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
“It was very interesting for me to say, ‘We’ve got to do this building.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026
Those declines are interesting, especially heading into what Wall Street expects will be a solid earnings season.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 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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