Entice (verb)

To attract or tempt (someone) to do something, especially by offering an incentive.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french enticer, based on latin in- "into" + tangere "touch".

Examples:

  1. The advertisement enticed me to buy a new car.
  2. She was enticed by the offer of a free trip to Paris.
  3. The company enticed new employees with a generous benefits package.
  4. The chef enticed diners with the aroma of freshly baked bread.
  5. The salesperson enticed the customer to purchase an expensive watch with a discount.
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