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Enticed by the new low prices, customers from other grocery chains quickly flocked to Whole Foods, according to a report by alternative data intelligence firm Thasos Group, which analyzed mobile phone location data.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2024

Enticed by the offer of a ready-made tradition, the towns accepted the gifts — and the not-insignificant administrative burdens that came with them.

From New York Times • Jan. 20, 2024

Enticed by the chance to play for then-Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer, Haskins chose Ohio State, a match that seemed destined years earlier.

From Washington Post • Apr. 9, 2022

Enticed by the prospect of owning one of the world's most famous music catalogs, Jackson paid $47.5 million in 1985 for ATV Music, which owned most of the Beatles songs including "Hey Jude" and "Yesterday."

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2016

Enticed by the smells, Polly eagerly entered the room.

From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper