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tantalize

/tænˈtælaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does tantalize mean?

verb

To tempt or tease someone with something attractive but unattainable, or to make someone feel curious or interested.

Example

"The aroma of freshly baked cookies tantalized her, making her stomach growl with hunger."

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