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    arresting
    /əˈrɛstɪŋ/

    adjective

    • 1. striking; eye-catching: "at 6 feet 6 inches he was an arresting figure"
    • 2. denoting a person or agency that seizes and detains someone by legal authority: "the arresting officer"

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    Arresting means very attractive in a way that attracts a lot of attention. Learn more about the word, its pronunciation, and its translations in different languages.

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    Arresting definition: attracting or capable of attracting attention or interest; striking. See examples of ARRESTING used in a sentence.

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    Arresting is an adjective that means attracting a lot of attention or very attractive. Learn how to pronounce it, see examples, synonyms and grammar notes.

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    Arresting means attracting attention, striking, or making an arrest. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, with synonyms and examples from Collins English Dictionary.

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    Learn the meaning of arrest as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how to use arrest in different contexts, such as law, medicine, and grammar.

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    Arresting means catching the attention or being striking or impressive. Learn the synonyms, examples, word history, and usage of arresting from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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    Learn the meaning of arrest as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples. Find out how to use arrest in different contexts, such as catching criminals, stopping development, or attracting attention.