as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction
a movie star with great charisma
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Recent Examples of charisma
In an interview with French Elle in 1994, Givenchy paid tribute to her charisma.
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Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
However, the success of Musk, and subsequently Tesla, wasn’t necessarily driven by charisma, luck, or even raw intelligence alone, according to McNeill.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Manzo was angry but oozed charisma, riding to events on horseback and often breaking into folkloric dance, clips of which went viral.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
There are no offseason championships in the SEC, no trophies handed out for charisma, sound bites or recruiting rankings in May.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2026
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Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
However, the success of Musk, and subsequently Tesla, wasn’t necessarily driven by charisma, luck, or even raw intelligence alone, according to McNeill.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Manzo was angry but oozed charisma, riding to events on horseback and often breaking into folkloric dance, clips of which went viral.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
There are no offseason championships in the SEC, no trophies handed out for charisma, sound bites or recruiting rankings in May.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charisma
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At Tuckernuck, Americana charm goes hand in hand with sweat-ready formulations — serving up looks for the studio, the nail salon, and every setting in between.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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The Sagamore was reduced to ashes twice before its final form was constructed in the 1920s (hopefully the third time’s a charm).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Tiananmen Mothers issued an annual appeal for justice ahead of this year's anniversary.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The attorney general's office is committed to defending these convictions through the appeals process.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson’s satirical body horror saga about the production of a drug that increases physical attractiveness with deadly consequences takes place in the rarified worlds of high fashion in a world that’s somehow even more image obsessed than our own.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
8 June 2026
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Decades later, research continues to find that attractiveness influences hiring decisions, salaries, legal outcomes, and perceptions of competence.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The team anticipating it would occupy our summer baseball fascination is captivating for all the wrong reasons.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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The hypnotic motifs and stylized figures in these collections lit a fuse for Nilsson and her peers, seeding a fascination with non-Western art that has continued throughout her career.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Aside from serving as the beachy backdrop for an eponymous Netflix drama series, the coastal enclave boasts scenic waterfronts, parks, attractions and historical sites.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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Opening on July 15, the new attraction will be the organization’s first permanent location.—
Ian Volner,
Curbed,
4 June 2026
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Fontainebleau Miami Beach Miami Beach, Florida A Miami Beach icon for more than 50 years, Fontainebleau Miami Beach spans 22 oceanfront acres, blending golden-era glamour with modern luxury.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The new route connects West Coast travelers with the allure and glamour of the Hamptons.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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“Charisma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charisma. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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