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tantalized

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Because for as many people as Byrd tantalized during her legendary cable run through the ’80s and ’90s, there were just as many who were outraged and scandalized by her sex-positive, queer-inclusive values.

From Salon Jul. 10, 2026

Critics say he’s winging it, exaggerating wishes into declarations, tantalized by the bauble of a Nobel.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 24, 2025

Banged-up Ja’Marr Chase has to be tantalized that Texans are hurting at safety and are vulnerable in middle.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 9, 2023

I am far from alone in being tantalized by its promise.

From Slate Aug. 4, 2023

They were on the verge of a major discovery, and the glory of it perhaps tantalized them.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston