tantalize

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The heavy rain was leaving puddles all over the playground. "

"My grandmother is keeping a strict diet to maintain her health. "

"Do you need a gift for that special someone?"

"The baker tantalized the customers with the aroma of freshly baked cookies, displayed just behind the counter but not yet available for purchase. "

"She offered to help with her homework."

"My daughter baked delicious cupcakes for her class party. "

"The parrot's feathers were colorful, with shades of green, blue, and yellow. "

"Go easy on him: he is but a child."

"All he had to show for four years of attendance at college was a framed piece of paper."

"After eating just one slice of pizza, the student was still unsatisfied and asked for more. "

"There are plenty of desirables on display in the window."