magnetic attraction
nounUK /mæɡˈnɛtɪk əˈtrækʃən/
US /mæɡˈnɛtɪk əˈtrækʃən/
The pull that makes magnets stick to things like metal.
The magnetic attraction between the magnet and the paper clip made it jump across the table.
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2. A strong feeling of liking someone or being drawn to them.
There was an instant magnetic attraction between the two new friends.
3. The power to interest and draw people in.
The singer had a magnetic attraction that filled every seat in the hall.
4. The force that makes two magnetic objects pull toward each other.
Opposite poles show strong magnetic attraction when you bring them close.