Example Sentences

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It absorbs nearly all incoming sunlight and strongly attracts water, a characteristic known as superwicking.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

The 1,500-year-old Shaolin Temple - located on a mountain range - attracts thousands of disciples from China and elsewhere every year.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The industry attracts investors with its stable cash flows and low overhead, but faces challenges from its local nature and refragmentation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The Islamic Center of San Diego is one of the largest mosques in San Diego and attracts worshippers from across the region.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The show itself attracts bad adjectives: “abrasive,” “aggressive” and “shrill.”

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood