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luring

Luring (noun) means the act of tempting or attracting someone, often into danger or a trap. Example: “The email was a classic phishing scam, luring victims with a fake prize notification.”

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The act of tempting or attracting someone, often into danger or a trap.
"The email was a classic phishing scam, luring victims with a fake prize notification."
"Police warned parents about strangers luring children with offers of candy."

How to use luring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTempting or drawing someone in, usually with something desirable, often for a bad purpose.

Common pairings
lure someone in luring victims luring customers

Word forms

lurings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “luring” mean?

The word “luring” means the act of tempting or attracting someone, often into danger or a trap. In plain terms, tempting or drawing someone in, usually with something desirable, often for a bad purpose.

How do you use “luring” in a sentence?

Here is “luring” used in a sentence: “The email was a classic phishing scam, luring victims with a fake prize notification.”

What part of speech is “luring”?

“Luring” is a noun.

What is the meaning of luring?

"luring" (noun) means the act of tempting or attracting someone, often into danger or a trap.

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