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seduction

noun

si-ˈdək-shən

Definition of seduction

as in temptation

the act or pressure of giving in to a desire especially when ill-advised the swift seduction of the home buyers into a bigger house than they could afford

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Recent Examples of seduction Wallen specializes in whiskey-drunk seductions to skeptical girls who can’t resist his charms. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026 Circe trades seduction for something darker When Odysseus’ men encounter Circe in Homer’s poem, the goddess drugs them and turns them into pigs. — Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026 Hurlbut agreed that the seduction of AI is its ease and accessibility. — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 3 July 2026 The rhythm of the writing shows the staccato nature of those relationships, with their stops and starts, and how sometimes signs of seduction cannot be misinterpreted or not picked up at all. — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for seduction

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The temptation to disparage the other parent, especially in front of the children, can damage your own custody standing — and in extreme cases, be characterized as parental alienation.

— Melissa Needle, Hartford Courant, 3 Aug. 2026
The temptation might be there to catch up with your friends, but try to save it for before and after the discussion.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026

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Related Stories The lure of working in Lucy’s hometown has been strong for A-list comedians for decades, as the comedy festival predated the launch of the center.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Now, pull the main line sharply away from the hook, lure, fly, or terminal tackle.

— Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 30 July 2026

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