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 path to Bieber’s first No. 1 on the Hot 100 was cleared by a better, more interesting song that reframed him as a dreamboat experimentalist.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
There’s an interesting proviso in the Allbirds–to–NewBird AI switchover that’s gotten much less public attention.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
"It will be very interesting to see if this plays out as the data indicates. We hope it does as drivers could do with some relief at the pumps."
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
The California governor’s race is suddenly more interesting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
"That was an interesting thing to do," said Miss Priest.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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