lure
noun
anything that attracts, entices, or allures.
luring
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present participleof lure.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A morally questionable reporter-turned TV host is the protagonist of Lance Oppenheim's "Primetime", based on the real-life NBC television show "To Catch a Predator" that unmasked paedophiles after luring them to staged meetings with minors.
From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026
One of his biggest accomplishments was luring Adolph out of retirement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
The CIO of Ranmore Funds isn’t too keen on U.S. valuations at present, but the beaten-down software sector is luring him back in.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
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
His older brother, Ernie, was luring the mutt to a cleaner spot in the yard with a big pot of leftover chicken, bacon, grits, greens, and whatever else was for doggy breakfast.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
