grippinglesson
nounUK /ˈɡrɪpɪŋ ˈlɛsən/
US /ˈɡrɪpɪŋ ˈlɛsən/
A lesson that is so exciting it holds all your attention.
The science teacher gave a gripping lesson about volcanoes that made the whole class sit still.
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2. A class or talk that is hard to stop listening to because it is so interesting.
Her gripping lesson on ancient Egypt kept everyone asking questions.
3. A teaching moment that feels like an adventure rather than schoolwork.
The field trip turned into a gripping lesson about bees and flowers.
4. A talk or speech that grabs your mind and does not let go.
The coach's gripping lesson about teamwork stayed with the players all season.