as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
discovered that the children were mesmerized by a television show
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Bruno praised his leadership in the rumba, while Carrie Ann said that his use of momentum was mesmerizing to watch.
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
An extension of Jacobsen’s Giardino Segreto series, their pink, yellow, and amber hues mesmerized at de Gournay’s Chelsea showroom styled with the help of New York antique dealer Christoper Cawley.
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
Strong’s performance is mesmerizing, the highlight of the film (and that’s no knock on Stan, who manages to embody Trump without resorting to caricature — for the most part).
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 9 Oct. 2024
Think mesmerizing metallics, velvety mattes, and hypnotic holographic sheens—all coming together to create a look that’s equal parts captivating and couture.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
An extension of Jacobsen’s Giardino Segreto series, their pink, yellow, and amber hues mesmerized at de Gournay’s Chelsea showroom styled with the help of New York antique dealer Christoper Cawley.
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
Strong’s performance is mesmerizing, the highlight of the film (and that’s no knock on Stan, who manages to embody Trump without resorting to caricature — for the most part).
—Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 9 Oct. 2024
Think mesmerizing metallics, velvety mattes, and hypnotic holographic sheens—all coming together to create a look that’s equal parts captivating and couture.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024
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