lodestones

noun

variants also loadstones
plural of lodestone
as in magnets
something that attracts interest the young woman's wealth unfortunately made her a lodestone for fortune hunters

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  1. magnets
  2. attractions
Noun
  • The nation needs an ample supply for semiconductors, quantum and super computing, and superconducting magnets, added Robertson, who oversees the Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Think super-powerful magnets in medical imaging and particle physics experiments; faster circuits that won’t overheat; potential for nuclear fusion plasma confinement.
    — Sven Badoux, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of magnets
Noun
  • One of the hotel’s top attractions for locals and hotel guests alike is the iconic Bemelmans Bar, outfitted with whimsical wall murals by Madeline author and illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans.
    — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 27 Oct. 2026
  • These Airbnb ideas are houses that promote luxuriating with a view, a kitchen to gather around for a girls’ meal, and nearby attractions to fill days with wine tasting, antiquing, gallery hopping, and—just maybe—a bar for a celebratory toast.
    — Vogue, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of attractions
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“Lodestones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lodestones. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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