Example Sentences

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This documentary traces his life and work, as well as the dueling allures of vitality and volatility.

From New York Times • Jun. 2, 2022

Gessen’s second novel, “A Terrible Country,” brilliantly captures the daily rhythms, allures and challenges of Moscow life in 2008-2009.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2018

One of the many allures of heist movies is the clockwork precision of seeing an audacious idea conceived and executed according to plan.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2018

Such uncanny beauty was one of the allures of polar travel.

From The New Yorker • Apr. 17, 2017

Moira, who becomes a soubrette, leads Guy, who becomes a successful artist, a tremendous pace, wearying him at length, but still holding the power to revive him with her look that allures.

From Checkers A Hard-luck Story by Blossom, Henry M.