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TANTALIZING

/ˈtæn.ˌtlaɪzɪŋ/
AdjectiveVerbNounTAN-ta-liz-ingtan-ta-liz-ing · 4 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2025

Meaning

Teasing; tempting, especially that which is beyond reach.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

teaserazzragcodtantalizetantalisebaittaunttwitrally

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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