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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It is interesting how this euphemism in particular has gained such widespread use, though of course the practice of wordplay is really anything but new.
From Salon • May 8, 2026
"I think it's been quite interesting the voting here in Exeter," he added.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Haendel said he hopes his work makes ordinary moments like waiting for a train a little more interesting and sparks people’s curiosity about the neighborhood’s history.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
"This one in particular did not show any evidence of rotation, which was surprising and very interesting," Forrest said.
From Science Daily • May 7, 2026
I didn’t care about modeling, but the Displays Department was interesting, and I could see myself working with Miss Lacey and Miss Adams.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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