compelling
/kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/ adjective C1- very interesting; able to capture and hold one's attention · The novel was so compelling that I couldn't put it down.
- capable of causing someone to believe or agree · He made a compelling argument.
- strong and forceful; that causes one to feel like they must do something · I would need a very compelling reason to leave my job.
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Modern life often prioritizes efficiency over experience, compelling us to move across the globe with maximum speed.
Consider the compelling case of a woman who encountered the distinct aroma of cedarwood while browsing in a modern furniture store.
The airwaves hummed with rhythmic intensity, creating a burgeoning demand for this compelling new genre.
The subsequent diary entries provided a compelling account of her relentless determination in the face of restrictive societal expectations.
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