as in enthralling
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspenseful
Adjective
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San Francisco Playhouse is presenting the stage adaptation of the play that has been heralded for its both its engrossing story and equally engrossing storytelling.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
22 May 2025 -
Kuang synthesizes ancient mythology and modern academic convention to create an engrossing world in which magic can be studied and mastered like any other science.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2025
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The story of San Jose’s Japanese community is a riveting one that can’t be told often enough.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
24 May 2025
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Drawing upon the Montessori bell rattle concept, this riveting rattle captures your little one’s attention whether seated or on their tummy.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Leave behind the city for mountains, refreshing lakes, and charming small towns.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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The epilogue takes the form of an obituary for the magazine’s late founder, but also acts as Anderson’s charming ode to the golden age of longform journalism.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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As the captivating central family mystery is slowly illuminated, Choi’s prose shines with poetry and intelligence.—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
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But the Baroque palace’s own story is even more captivating than any fictional account, as Remy Renzullo, the young American interior designer currently working on the still-private residence’s update, can attest.—
Sarah Archer,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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This could be an intriguing buy-low opportunity for a player with star, first-line upside.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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The economic marginalization of nuclear power is an intriguing case in point.—
Saleem H. Ali,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The question the film ultimately asks is whether a third way is at all possible, leading to a gripping final combat that’s much less a knockout than a bitter victory.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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The bottom side of the mat has a gripping texture that keeps the mat in place, but this side is not as friendly to your skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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The company just lost billions in China, and that might have been the least interesting thing about its quarter.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
29 May 2025
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Jack Nicklaus's press conference ahead of the Memorial Tournament was one of the most interesting in the golf world in recent times.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Now in its ninth year, the London Concours has established itself as one of the collector-car scene’s most interesting and accessible automotive exhibitions, with one of the most fascinating venues.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
4 June 2025
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On the latter account, Sandy Agustin has created some fascinating transitional interludes that blend volleyball movements with elements of religious ritual.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
2 June 2025
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“Suspenseful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspenseful. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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