100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "temptation"

Definition

Temptation (noun) refers to the desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise. It can also denote the act of tempting or the state of being tempted. It often involves a struggle between moral choices and personal desires.

Synonyms

• Allurement
• Enticement
• Seduction
• Lure
• Inducement
• Attraction
• Provocation

Antonyms

• Restraint
• Repulsion
• Discouragement
• Disincentive
• Deterrent

Examples

1. He felt the temptation to skip the meeting.
2. She resisted the temptation to eat dessert.
3. The temptation to procrastinate was strong.
4. They faced the temptation of easy money.
5. Overcoming the temptation to lie is important.
6. The temptation to gossip can be hard to resist.
7. He battled with the temptation to cheat on the exam.
8. There was a strong temptation to give up.
9. She struggled with the temptation of indulgence.
10. The temptation to quit was overwhelming.
11. He felt a sudden temptation to abandon his plans.
12. The temptation to buy the latest gadget was too great.
13. She fought against the temptation to overspend.
14. The temptation to eat junk food was hard to ignore.
15. He experienced a temptation to break his diet.
16. The temptation to watch Netflix instead of studying was strong.
17. She faced the temptation to stay in bed all day.
18. The temptation to skip the workout was difficult to resist.
19. He had a moment of temptation to lie about his whereabouts.
20. The temptation of fame can lead to poor decisions.
21. She felt the temptation to let her guard down.
22. Overcoming the temptation of negativity is crucial.
23. The temptation to criticize others can be overwhelming.
24. He knew the temptation to react emotionally was dangerous.
25. The temptation to follow the crowd was strong.
26. She gave in to the temptation of a late-night snack.
27. The temptation to procrastinate often leads to stress.
28. He recognized the temptation to avoid responsibilities.
29. The temptation to overshare on social media is common.
30. She succumbed to the temptation of a second helping.
31. The temptation to purchase the sale item was strong.
32. He resisted the temptation to argue back.
33. The temptation to cheat on the test lingered.
34. She was aware of the temptation to skip her workout.
35. The temptation to judge others can be a flaw.
36. He felt the temptation to take an easy way out.
37. The temptation to dwell on past mistakes was present.
38. She faced the temptation of joining the wrong crowd.
39. The temptation to take shortcuts can cost you.
40. He recognized the temptation to ignore the rules.
41. The temptation to live beyond one's means is prevalent.
42. She felt the temptation to give up on her dreams.
43. The temptation to engage in risky behavior is high.
44. He battled with the temptation of instant gratification.
45. The temptation to stay up late was too enticing.
46. She resisted the temptation of a quick fix.
47. The temptation to complain instead of acting is common.
48. He felt the temptation to make excuses for his actions.
49. The temptation to lie for convenience can be harmful.
50. She struggled with the temptation to envy others.
51. The temptation to skip class was strong.
52. He recognized the temptation of negative self-talk.
53. The temptation to isolate oneself during tough times is real.
54. She felt the temptation to engage in gossip.
55. The temptation to rely on others for validation can be dangerous.
56. He fought against the temptation to take credit for others' work.
57. The temptation to break the rules was hard to ignore.
58. She experienced a temptation to overspend during sales.
59. The temptation to indulge in bad habits can resurface.
60. He knew the temptation to follow trends was shallow.
61. The temptation to react impulsively can lead to regret.
62. She faced the temptation of staying in her comfort zone.
63. The temptation to procrastinate often leads to regret.
64. He felt the temptation to join the party instead of studying.
65. The temptation to blame others is often easy.
66. She struggled with the temptation to abandon her goals.
67. The temptation to ignore feedback can hinder growth.
68. He recognized the temptation to take things for granted.
69. The temptation to indulge in negativity is strong.
70. She felt the temptation to dwell on her failures.
71. The temptation to judge based on appearances is common.
72. He fought against the temptation of fast food.
73. The temptation to quit was ever-present.
74. She experienced the temptation to skip her commitments.
75. The temptation to engage in unhealthy relationships can arise.
76. He felt a strong temptation to abandon his project.
77. The temptation to take the easy road can be alluring.
78. She struggled with the temptation to be unkind.
79. The temptation to hide feelings can lead to loneliness.
80. He battled the temptation to give up on his dreams.
81. The temptation to overshare personal details is real.
82. She faced the temptation to conform to peer pressure.
83. The temptation to complain instead of acting is common.
84. He felt the temptation to lash out in anger.
85. The temptation to skip the gym was strong.
86. She recognized the temptation to judge too quickly.
87. The temptation to indulge in self-pity can be overwhelming.
88. He knew the temptation to avoid the truth was dangerous.
89. The temptation to engage in reckless behavior is high.
90. She struggled against the temptation to be lazy.
91. The temptation to overlook important details is risky.
92. He felt the temptation to make assumptions.
93. The temptation to focus on the negative can be debilitating.
94. She battled the temptation to give in to fear.
95. The temptation to settle for less is common.
96. He felt the temptation to dismiss constructive criticism.
97. The temptation to ignore personal growth is dangerous.
98. She faced the temptation of taking a shortcut.
99. The temptation to judge others harshly can be harmful.
100. He recognized the temptation to take things personally.