intrigue
verb (used with object)
to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate.
was intriguing
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past progressiveof intrigue.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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The idea of returning to the place my parents had left was intriguing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
He was intriguing to me because he seems like he perhaps really believes that he’s doing it right.
From Slate ● Aug. 31, 2026
The idea was intriguing, but it needed scientific confirmation.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 6, 2026
Staying in France was intriguing to a young Kurata, but the struggles of visas and paperwork deterred her.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2025
This was intriguing to me, but did not seem particularly relevant to present-day South Africa.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
