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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That strategy looks interesting right now, with the S&P 50 0 up 12% from the late March bottom of its Iran-lead decline.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
What plans do they have for the money if they win, and what about these apps is interesting to them?
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
"I'm not retiring, I made that decision years ago. Let's see where I am in the rankings at 55, that'll be interesting."
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
This idea of hedonic adaptation — how humans so quickly adapt to this new comfort, this new stimulus — it felt like an interesting thing.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
But there were so many interesting things to ask questions about.
From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold
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