be tempted
Frequency: 8.525.0 per million words
To have an urge or inclination to do something, especially something wrong or unwise.
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- I was almost tempted to strip off and plunge straight into the pool.
- She was sorely tempted to throw the wine in his face.
- He is often tempted to buy things he doesn't need when he goes shopping.
- Despite her diet, she felt strongly tempted by the delicious cake.
- Don't be tempted to give up when things get difficult.
- Many people are tempted by the idea of moving abroad for work.
- Were you ever tempted to cheat on your exams?
- I know it's wrong, but I am really tempted to take a peek at the answers.
- They were tempted by the low prices and ended up buying more than they intended.
- If you are tempted to cancel, remember why you started in the first place.