Example Sentences

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The promise of a more climate-friendly alternative to fossil fuels was alluring to Exxon—assuming the company could increase algae’s energy content enough to make it commercially viable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

But the potential payoff of such experiments was alluring, because of mounting evidence that bats served as reservoirs for emerging viruses that could kill humans.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 4, 2023

Seattle’s winning tradition — the club is making their MLS-record 13th playoff appearance and won titles in 2016 and 2019 — was alluring.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 18, 2021

She had a confidence without the bells and whistles that was alluring.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2021

His voice was alluring, whether he was aiming for that or not.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer