temptation

Example Sentences

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There’s no temptation to work with bigger budgets either.

From Los Angeles Times

Constitutional amendments exist precisely to restrain political actors when temptation is greatest.

From The Wall Street Journal

On Valentine's Day, there's the temptation to believe that somewhere out there is "The One": a soulmate, a perfect match, the person you were meant to be with.

From BBC

I’m struck by how sad she looks, but I resist the temptation to comfort her.

From Literature

Kudos to you on prioritizing retirement savings and not letting the temptations of high salaries and lifestyle spending deter you from thinking about your and your wife’s futures.

From MarketWatch