That Word You Almost Had? "Tantalize"

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Hi there, word wrangler! To tantalize is to torment with something just out of reach. Its roots are mythical, coming straight from Tantalus, the Greek figure punished with unreachable food and water. If you've ever had a snack get stuck in the office vending machine, you know the feeling. WORD OF THE DAY June 10, 2025 tantalize [ tan-tl-ahyz ] verb to torment with something desirable that is just out of reach Learn More About This Word How Did the Month of June Get Its Name? Before it was BBQ season, June was named in honor of a powerful Roman goddess. Discover how mythology left its mark on your calendar! Keep reading About Us | Privacy Policy | Manage Preferences | Unsubscribe This email has been sent to matzom229@gmail.com by Dictionary.com LLC. 777 Mariners Island Blvd, Suite 600, San Mateo, CA 94404