attracting
v.v. to pull something toward you or to make someone interested in something. You use this when a magnet pulls metal or when a person's personality makes others like them.
v. to exert a force that draws an object closer; figuratively, to evoke interest, admiration, or attention from others. The present participle form of 'attract'.
The bright flowers are attracting many bees today.
The new tech startup is attracting significant investment from venture capitalists across the country.
By offering a unique blend of historical architecture and modern amenities, the city is successfully attracting a diverse demographic of young professionals and retirees alike.
Transitive verb — requires a direct object. Often used in the continuous form to describe an ongoing trend.
The magnet is attracting to the ironThe magnet is attracting the ironAttract is a transitive verb and does not require the preposition 'to' before its object.