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tempts

The correct spelling is tempts.

How to pronounce tempts

verb

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The correct spelling is tempts. To provoke someone to do wrong, especially by promising a reward; to entice. For example: "She tempted me to eat the apple."

Usage Examples

She tempted me to eat the apple.

Its glossy skin tempted me.

It would be tempting fate.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To provoke someone to do wrong, especially by promising a reward; to entice.
  2. 2.To attract; to allure.
  3. 3.To provoke something; to court.

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