attract
verb (used with object)
to draw by a physical force causing or tending to cause to approach, adhere, or unite; pull (opposed to repel).
attracted
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past participleof attract.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof attract.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
attractverb (used with object)to draw by a physical force causing or tending to cause to approach, adhere, or unite; pull (opposed to repel).
Example Sentences
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These elder statesmen have witnessed leaders of the world’s tech, finance and real estate businesses flock to South Florida, often attracted by lower taxes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
Noxious smoke and an influx of rats and flies attracted to rotting meat stored at the facility have tormented neighbors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
A judge on Tuesday could hash out more ground rules for the trial and other aspects of the case, which has attracted national attention.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
His memoir "Great and Unfortunate Things" has also attracted scrutiny.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Luckily, the din attracted the notice of the staff, who came rushing to the rescue, and in the hubbub Penelope was finally able to run up to the nursery.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
