temptations

noun

plural of temptation
1
as in seductions
the pressure to give in to a desire for easy or immediate pleasure he felt the temptation to go sailing, but did his chores instead

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2
as in lures
something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain money, power, and other overwhelming temptations can seduce a person to a life of crime

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Recent Examples of temptations As the frontman of the Killers, Flowers, 45, has spent more than two decades singing about the struggles and the temptations at the heart of the American dream. — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026 There are games, tests and temptations designed to test the competitors physically, mentally, and morally before one walks away with the prize. — Peter White, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026 Once inside, contestants must navigate a series of Wonka’s games, tests, and temptations designed to challenge them physically, mentally, and morally. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 Manage your surroundings by pulling the blinds or leaving the radio on to provide familiar sounds and remove barking temptations. — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 28 July 2026 The next election In my analysis, whatever the temptations of partisan tribalism, neither narrative around mail ballots can be taken at face value. — Andrew E. Busch, The Conversation, 23 July 2026 Then we will be prepared, no matter how temptations may come, not to get inflamed by impositions, insults, and offenses that speak to the opposite belief in some other presence or power. — Mark Swinney, Christian Science Monitor, 21 July 2026 My life in law enforcement has been filled with opportunities and challenges, temptations and triumphs, heartbreak and pride. — Rodney K. Harrison, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026 In Homer’s Odyssey, the Greek hero Odysseus must overcome tempests, temptations, mythical monsters, and divine wrath to sail home to the island of Ithaca after the Trojan War. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for temptations
  1. seductions
  2. incentives
  3. attractions
  4. enticements
Noun
  • Wallen specializes in whiskey-drunk seductions to skeptical girls who can’t resist his charms.
    — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026
  • So, who was it from our universe that would be most susceptible to that kind of messaging, or who would find the seductions of the power offered by that the most compelling?
    — Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 3 Mar. 2026
Definition of seductions
Noun
  • Automakers and their suppliers need incentives to invest in robotics and advanced equipment.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Lula and Bolsonaro discussed the value of the minimum wage, public security policies, Brazil's free healthcare system initiatives and incentives for agribusiness.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of incentives
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
Noun
  • When the flat-screen enticements at home are so great, the movies strive to be bona fide events to get people to come out.
    — Jake Coyle, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The island’s other enticements are on hand, too, from visiting the island’s farm to Jumby’s legendary white night parties.
    — Sarah Turner, Robb Report, 25 June 2026
Definition of enticements

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“Temptations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temptations. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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