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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
don't let their promises of immense riches bedazzle you
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Recent Examples of bedazzle
In contrast to the chunky, bedazzled pieces of years past, the 2025 answer to the belly ring is more subtle, incorporating thin, sleek shapes, dainty gemstones, and flipping the structure of the traditional barbell on its head.
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Marianne Mychaskiw, Allure, 9 Apr. 2025
Its exterior is bedazzled with whiterhinestones.
—Shantay Robinson, ARTnews.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Silver stones bedazzle the 35x Grammy winner’s chest and run along the sides of her legs, sparkling with every step.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Lulus Glam Impression Beige Rhinestone Bow Handbag And bedazzled doesn’t always mean flashy.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025
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Marianne Mychaskiw, Allure, 9 Apr. 2025
Its exterior is bedazzled with whiterhinestones.
—Shantay Robinson, ARTnews.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Silver stones bedazzle the 35x Grammy winner’s chest and run along the sides of her legs, sparkling with every step.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Lulus Glam Impression Beige Rhinestone Bow Handbag And bedazzled doesn’t always mean flashy.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedazzle
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The concept fascinated me—creating designs and selling custom products without needing to manage inventory.—
Sarim Nadeem,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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Hobbyist diver Dom Robinson has spent the past three decades exploring shipwrecks, which have fascinated him since childhood.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 May 2025
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Residents of Mexico City are pondering the out-of-nowhere blinding light in the sky.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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However, this therapist is blinded by the darkness, much like Theo Rossi’s Dr. Julian Rush is a crazed ally to Cristin Milioti’s Sofia Falcone in DC Studios’ The Penguin.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2025
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Wolfgang Petersen's poignant take on The NeverEnding Story might slightly lack the depth and sophistication of its source material — Michael Ende's expansive fantasy novel — but the result is still enchanting escapism, with effects and tricks that hold up pretty well.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
EW.com,
10 May 2025
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This enchanting Moroccan city is ready for its close-up.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
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The 36-year-old, who spent seven seasons in Boston before the Red Sox traded him to Atlanta ahead of the 2024 season for Vaughn Grissom, dazzled.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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Starting with 1996’s original adaptation of the 1960s spy series, Cruise has dazzled audiences with epic stunts and action as agent Ethan Hunt for the Impossible Mission Force.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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The singer invites fans into her world of liberation through hypnotizing melodies and passionate storytelling.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
16 May 2025
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Customers are hypnotized by an endless algorithm of bright colors and coupon-earning games, but the products often end up in landfills as cheap junk.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
30 Apr. 2025
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At the May 5 event, dubbed fashion's biggest night, Zendaya stunned with a dapper, tailored Louis Vuitton white suit with a matching brimmed hat.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Keisha is bound for Howard University, while Justin stunned his parents with the decision to defer his first year at Northwestern in order to pursue his love for music.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
14 May 2025
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“Bedazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedazzle. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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