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to tempt
01
to feel the desire to do something
02
to make someone do something that seems interesting, despite them knowing it might be wrong or not good for them
03
to lure or seduce someone into committing an immoral or unethical action by offering them something desirable
Example
The opportunity to cheat on the exam tempted him.
The urge to splurge on designer shoes tempted her every time she passed by the boutique window.
The prospect of spending a quiet evening at home with a good book tempted her after a long week.
The cult leader tempted followers with promises of spiritual enlightenment and eternal salvation.
The drug dealer tempted vulnerable teenagers with offers of free drugs.
