magnet

noun

ˈmag-nət How to pronounce magnet (audio)
Definition of magnetnext
as in attraction
something that attracts interest the giant theme park is a magnet for tourists to the area

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Recent Examples of magnet To mitigate the losses, both districts are ramping up the promotion of magnet programs and specialized curricula. — Joan Murray, CBS News, 1 July 2026 Fusion reactors rely on these magnets to prevent plasma, which can exceed 100 million degrees Celsius, from contacting the reactor vessel. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026 From pickaxes to processors Nearly two centuries later, California remains a global magnet for those seeking opportunity — though the tools have changed. — Andre Byik, USA Today, 29 June 2026 In 2024, a USA Wealth Report from the investment consultancy Henley & Partners found that second-tier cities such as Austin, Scottsdale, and West Palm Beach had become some of the nation’s fastest-growing magnets for wealthy buyers. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for magnet
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attraction
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  • Yet until now there has not been a major film adaptation, which was part of the attraction.
    — Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • As for the top cities, tried-and-true reign supreme with phenomenal attractions, superlative hotels, and electric dining scenes.
    — Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of attraction

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“Magnet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnet. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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