tantalize
verb
tan·ta·lize
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tantalized;
tantalizing
Definition of tantalize
: to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
: to cause one to be tantalized
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Examples of tantalize in a Sentence
She was tantalized by the possibility of earning a lot of money quickly.
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Democrats have pined over Texas for decades, tantalized by the diversifying population and liberal lean of the state’s urban cores. — Los Angeles Times, "In suburban Texas, ‘it feels like there’s no place for lifelong Republicans like me’," 13 Aug. 2019 The other reason is that this wine is masterfully made, tantalizing, and singular. — Alex Delany, Bon Appétit, "Drinking This Pennsylvania Rosé at This Wine Bar Is My Summer Ritual," 24 July 2019 Genteel movie stars like George Clooney and Paul Rudd tantalize paparazzi with full, bushy beards. — Adrian Bonenberger, The New Republic, "The Sum of All Beards," 4 June 2019 Meanwhile, Tony-winning costume designer Linda Cho delivered us tantalizing Edith Head–like costumes. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, "Patricia Clarkson, Adrien Brody, and Debbie Harry Enjoy the Metropolitan Opera’s Opening Night Gala," 25 Sep. 2018 In one moment, Hopkins clenched his fist, his neck tendons went taut and out came all of his frustrations when a missed UNC shot sat tantalizing on the rim. — Percy Allen, The Seattle Times, "Huskies’ magic dries up as North Carolina gives UW another early exit from NCAA tournament," 24 Mar. 2019 Allow Chef Eddy to surprise and tantalize you with his culinary creations. — Hannah Seligson, Town & Country, "The Best Room At... Winvian Farm," 19 Feb. 2019 Ever since 2005, when the Cassini spacecraft discovered that Enceladus shoots geysers of liquid water 125 miles into space, the little icy moon orbiting Saturn has tantalized planetary scientists. — Jay Bennett, Popular Mechanics, "Scientists Meet To Discuss Exploring Enceladus For Life," 28 June 2016 New Australian research offers a tantalizing promise–fiber optics that could make Internet speeds 100 times faster. — David Grossman, Popular Mechanics, "New Fiber Optic Cable Could Make the Internet 100 Times Faster," 24 Oct. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'tantalize.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for tantalize
tantalize
verb
English Language Learners Definition of tantalize
: to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.
See the full definition for tantalize in the English Language Learners Dictionary
tantalize
verb
tan·ta·lize
| \ ˈtan-tə-ˌlīz
\
\
tantalized;
tantalizing
Kids Definition of tantalize
: to tease or excite by or as if by showing, mentioning, or offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach
Annemarie always tried … to build up the suspense and tantalize her sister.— Lois Lowry, Number the Stars
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