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or enthral
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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time
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as in to delight
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions
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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
a play that will enthrall you for two hours
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Recent Examples of enthrall
Christian Pulisic had an assist in a stellar first-half playmaking performance for the Americans, who enthralled their Southern California fans with an aggressive attack while streaking to a 3-0 halftime lead — the team’s largest in any World Cup game.
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Greg Beacham,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
Smash hit Hamilton already did big streaming numbers on Disney+, so the documentary about the Broadway show is sure to enthrall.
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
12 June 2026
As riders make their way on the Rip Roarin’ Falls, they’ll be enthralled by the mystery of the mill and encounter various surprises along the way.
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Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
The previously stoic pope is drawing huge crowds and seems to be making a star turn, enthralling the faithful with emotive assurance.
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Anthony Faiola,
Washington Post,
7 June 2026
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Greg Beacham,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
Smash hit Hamilton already did big streaming numbers on Disney+, so the documentary about the Broadway show is sure to enthrall.
—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
12 June 2026
As riders make their way on the Rip Roarin’ Falls, they’ll be enthralled by the mystery of the mill and encounter various surprises along the way.
—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
The previously stoic pope is drawing huge crowds and seems to be making a star turn, enthralling the faithful with emotive assurance.
—
Anthony Faiola,
Washington Post,
7 June 2026
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Like countless others, I was fascinated by the intersection of medicine, epidemiology, and emerging pathogens that the book portrayed.
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Hornets have ‘totally reshaped that frontcourt’ Kevin O’Connor, Yahoo sports podcaster and writer, is fascinated by the trade on both sides.
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Adding secondary maturations into the bourbon lineup is likely going to divide longtime Four Roses fans, delighting some and infuriating others.
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That is probably what surprised, and delighted, me the most.
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These are novels about bohemian communities of friends and lovers and artistic collaborators, which is a big part of what interests me about AIDS activism.
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What interests me more is what has changed, which is the very substance of capital.
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Every young child is enchanted by the beautiful colors of the rainbow.
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That loyalty is admirable, even when the execution fails to enchant.
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The world was enraptured by Kennedy and Bessette (portrayed on the series by Sarah Pidgeon), who were constantly trailed by the paparazzi and scrutinized by the tabloid media.
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The show has enraptured New York, drawing rave reviews, nine Tony nominations, including best revival of a musical, and starry attendees, including Zendaya, Ian McKellen and Hugh Jackman.
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That journey validated why Coward became intrigued with joining an independent sports agency.
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But Kaplan also was intrigued by other labs’ findings that mast cells could fend off a common type of skin bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus.
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Create Layers Gardens in shade often rely less on color and more on other attributes to please the eye.
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The steeply descending main street of Haworth is filled with tea shops, pubs and stores clearly dedicated to pleasing Brontë pilgrims, but its basic form, including the original stationery store where the sisters once bought their paper, remains the same.
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Perched high above the Bow Valley, Rimrock Banff will reopen this summer after a major redesign that includes a mountain-facing infinity pool, outdoor sauna, and quiet corners to immerse with nature.
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Named for the Uto-Aztecan word for green, the property immerses guests in nature and local culture at every turn, appearing to all but dissolve into the emerald jungle and volcanic cliffs of the Sierra Madre.
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“Enthrall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthrall. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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