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interesting

[in-ter-uh-sting, -truh-sting, -tuh-res-ting] / ˈɪn tər ə stɪŋ, -trə stɪŋ, -təˌrɛs tɪŋ /


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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.


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Beagan said this is a "really interesting, really exciting time" and they are hoping to see the population increasing going forward.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Whether it is nuclear, shipping or electric motors the industrial side of Korea is interesting.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

"We synthesize unique nanoscale building blocks and stack them into interesting structures. In this case, we were able to stabilize these theorized transitional structures and demonstrate important quantum optical properties."

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

Their fate isn’t nearly as interesting as their predicament.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

He had his hand curled up because he hadn't yet figured out anything interesting to do with it.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry




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