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tempting

[temp-ting] / ˈtɛmp tɪŋ /


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It would be tempting to go all in on a smorgasbord of '90s and early '00s bold prints and baggy jerseys, or late '80s designs that have reappeared as lifestyle staples.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Searching out the bottlenecks looks tempting because the returns so far for anyone who got it right have been extraordinary.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

That makes bonds a lot more tempting than they were before the war began in February, and the 10-year yield was below 4%.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

It’s tempting to think the small brands are selling out.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Sure, thought Alfred, now I understand about no point tempting fate.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte




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