as in entices
to engage the attention of
The park's natural wonders attract many tourists. The blackbird puts on a colorful display in its attempt to attract a mate.
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Recent Examples of attracts
This foundation attracts impact investors, who bring additional capital to expand these efforts and meet growing demand.
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Matt Damon, TIME, 22 Mar. 2025
El Tour de Tucson, one of the country’s largest cycling races, attracts nearly 10,000 riders annually from around the world to tackle its diverse routes.
—Visit Tucson, AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
Your voice will directly influence how our region prioritizes investments, shapes public policy, and attracts the jobs and industries of the future.
—Tim Giuliani, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Tourists and passers-by enjoy posing for photos with the mythical fishmonger, but her low-cut dress sometimes attracts the wrong kind of attention.
—Daniel Wine, CNN, 19 Mar. 2025
This approach organically attracts those aligned with your vision, laying the foundation for meaningful and long-lasting professional relationships.
—Danylo Borodchuk, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Additionally, strategic investments in player dormitories and practice facilities have fostered a competitive environment that attracts top talent and enhances on-court performance.
—Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
But with the criticism that canceling long-running shows attracts front and center of its mind, the corporation has already said that its investment in Scottish drama will rise to more than £95M cumulatively between 2026 and 2028, an average of at least £30M per year.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2025
This attracts recruiters and hiring managers.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Matt Damon, TIME, 22 Mar. 2025
El Tour de Tucson, one of the country’s largest cycling races, attracts nearly 10,000 riders annually from around the world to tackle its diverse routes.
—Visit Tucson, AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
Your voice will directly influence how our region prioritizes investments, shapes public policy, and attracts the jobs and industries of the future.
—Tim Giuliani, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Tourists and passers-by enjoy posing for photos with the mythical fishmonger, but her low-cut dress sometimes attracts the wrong kind of attention.
—Daniel Wine, CNN, 19 Mar. 2025
This approach organically attracts those aligned with your vision, laying the foundation for meaningful and long-lasting professional relationships.
—Danylo Borodchuk, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Additionally, strategic investments in player dormitories and practice facilities have fostered a competitive environment that attracts top talent and enhances on-court performance.
—Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
But with the criticism that canceling long-running shows attracts front and center of its mind, the corporation has already said that its investment in Scottish drama will rise to more than £95M cumulatively between 2026 and 2028, an average of at least £30M per year.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2025
This attracts recruiters and hiring managers.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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“Attracts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attracts. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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