Example Sentences

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A celebrity’s ties to a property would create instant buzz—and served as a sure-fire tactic for luring in a line of prospective buyers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Arena was also successful in luring former German World Cup player Timo Werner to San José, signing him to a multiyear contract worth a reported $5.4 million a season.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

LIV caused a 'civil war' in professional golf in 2022 when they started luring star names away from the PGA Tour with the offer of huge pay increases.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

They drafted him ninth overall in 2024, luring him away from LSU with a bonus of $6.5 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

I’m luring Brickz inside when it passes out front.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas