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Tentalize

Definition:

verb (transitive)

1. to tease or torment someone with the promise or suggestion of something pleasurable, but keeping it just out of reach.

2. to excite or stimulate someone's curiosity or interest.

Sense 1:

Example sentence: She would always tentalize her dog with a treat, holding it just above his nose.

Sense 2:

Example sentence: The movie trailer was designed to tentalize the audience, leaving them eager to see the full film.