- present participle of interest.
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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“I saw they put up new signs this year that estimate wait times along the highway into the park, so it sounds like they’re prepared for an interesting summer,” Wakefield said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
So it would be interesting to hear what actually comes out of that.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
“That’s a great song actually, that’s a very interesting song.”
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
It will be interesting to see if Brentford's Igor Thiago starts up front for them, but they will be strong at the back with Arsenal's Gabriel and Paris St-Germain's Marquinhos together in central defence.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
My best friend Jeb and I used to sit at that crossroads when we were younger, waiting for something interesting to come along, like an automobile or a circus wagon.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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