1
as in to possess
to cast a spell on
a Wiccan who believes that it is indeed possible to bewitch someone
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2
as in to fascinate
to attract or delight as if by magic
an animated film that bewitches children and adults alike
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as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a bewitching woman who has never lacked for suitors
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1
as in possessing
to cast a spell on
a Wiccan who believes that it is indeed possible to bewitch someone
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2
as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
an animated film that bewitches children and adults alike
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Recent Examples of bewitch
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Zoë Kravitz arrives in a bewitching black lace gown.
—Chelsea Stahl, NBC news, 4 May 2026
Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 6 Nov. 2025
The bewitching hue is largely due to the thousands of copper pennies tossed into its crystal-clear waters over time.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Zoë Kravitz arrives in a bewitching black lace gown.
—Chelsea Stahl, NBC news, 4 May 2026
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Verb
News of a third installment of the bewitching films was announced in 2023 by Sean Bailey, former President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Zoë Kravitz arrives in a bewitching black lace gown.
—Chelsea Stahl, NBC news, 4 May 2026
Adjective
Grace’s playfully feral wantonness is funny and bewitching, but her schtick loses its luster for Jackson, who takes a job that keeps him away from home, leaving her with the baby.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 6 Nov. 2025
The bewitching hue is largely due to the thousands of copper pennies tossed into its crystal-clear waters over time.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
News of a third installment of the bewitching films was announced in 2023 by Sean Bailey, former President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Zoë Kravitz arrives in a bewitching black lace gown.
—Chelsea Stahl, NBC news, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bewitch
Verb
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Those who possess a basic awareness of Irish history will grasp the tragedy of Tomás’s desperate optimism.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
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Fertitta possesses various options, including asset sales or real estate monetization, to manage potential debt concerns.—
Christopher Helman,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The combined disgust, discomfort, ignorance, and fascination with our Indigeneity that unsettled my aunties and fascinated my cousins made more sense to me.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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While the remote learning time during the COVID pandemic was challenging for many students, Ashlyn Duran used it to learn more about a subject that fascinated her.—
Amy Stark Shireman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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This decision unfortunately led to more jokes and tongue planted firmly in cheek (akin to the slapstick reshooting of Superman II by Richard Lester for a more child-appealing and less ambitious approach than Richard Donner’s own Superman II footage before he was fired from the project).—
Mark Hughes,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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While the image of oysters on a sunny summer patio is appealing, Jackson says the best ones come from late October through March, when the water is at its coldest.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
Verb
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While body armor is legal for most Americans to own, felons with a history of violence are barred from possessing it.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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In January, Roberts pleaded guilty to making a false statement for employment and one count of unlawfully possessing a firearm while being in the country illegally.—
Corky Siemaszko,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.—
Glenn Peoples,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Then take a ride on Shrek & Fiona’s Happily Ogre After to hear how an ogre and a princess were enchanted by love.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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But Crowther’s sleuthing determines that Joyce’s novel was a regular companion of hers, and she was particularly enchanted with Molly Bloom’s closing soliloquy.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
Verb
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More Arsenal fans have searched for the shirt since the parade, with 55 bought from Etsy in the 24 hours after the parade, but the reference is what enticed buyers pre-title win.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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The company will offer limited-time deals and new discounts each day to entice shoppers to participate in more than one day of the event, Ghani added.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Ryan Fitzpatrick had the same kind of impact on that dismal 2019 Dolphins team, which might not have won any of its five games that season without the charismatic quarterback, who had a knack for uniting and inspiring people.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Inspired by Michael Pollan’s books, Angus stepped out of his London stockbroker brogues and into the role of charismatic, barefoot ‘Farmer Angus’; a passionate espouser of biodynamic farming principles, destined to become a household name.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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“Bewitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bewitch. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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