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temptation
[ temp-tey-shuhn ]
noun
- the act of tempting; enticement or allurement.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- something that tempts, entices, or allures.
- the fact or state of being tempted, especially to evil.
- an instance of this.
- (initial capital letter) the temptation of Christ by Satan. Matthew 4.
temptation
/ ɛˈٱɪʃə /
noun
- the act of tempting or the state of being tempted
- a person or thing that tempts
Other 51Թ Forms
- ٱ·ٲtDz· adjective
- ԴDzt·ٲtDz noun
- t·ٲtDz noun
- p·ٱ·ٲtDz noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of temptation1
Example Sentences
Every few minutes she puffs discreetly from a vape pen when the server is out of sight; her phone lies screen down on the table, though she’s hardly vanquished the temptation to check her notifications.
For now, beachgoers are urged to stay well away from stranded animals - at least 50 feet - and resist the temptation to intervene.
Girl succumbs to her temptations while walking through the aisles.
"If in doubt, say nowt" is how you might colloquially describe the approach, resisting the temptation to be drawn into commentary about the president's actions for fear of provoking a blast of his ire.
Instead, “Black Bag” considers what keeps a loving, monogamous relationship healthy when temptation is waiting around every corner.
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