attract
Aussprache: [əˈtrækt]
Wort
Kontext: „interest or fascination“
(verb) to draw someone toward something because it is interesting or appealing. When you see something like a shiny toy or a beautiful flower, it can attract your attention.
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The colorful poster attracted many people to the event.
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The plain sign did not attract any visitors to the museum.
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What kinds of things attract your attention when you're outside?
Kontext: „physical forces“
(verb) to pull objects toward each other because of a force, like magnetism. This is what happens when a magnet attracts metal objects.
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The magnet attracted the iron filings on the table.
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The two magnets did not attract each other; they actually pushed away.
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How does a magnet attract metal?
Kontext: „relationships“
(verb) to draw someone toward you in a personal way, like having a crush or romantic interest. This is when you feel a special connection with someone.
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She was attracted to him because of his kindness.
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He wasn't attracted to the new student at all.
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What qualities do you think attract people to each other?
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