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Tantalize

usgb/ˈtæntəlaɪz/Volume
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Emotional Pull

Tantalize often involves an emotional reaction from the feeling of being teased.

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The exclusive club's invite tantalized me to no end, making me feel left out.
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Frustration Hint

Using 'tantalize' suggests a mix of desire and frustration because of the tease.

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Being on a diet, the cheesecake display at the cafe tantalized her.
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Not Negative

Though teasing, tantalize isn't always negative; it can excite and motivate.

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The challenge of the puzzle tantalized him, spurring him on to solve it.
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