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as in amulets
something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil
an old cap that I use as a charm for whenever I play softball
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as in spells
a spoken word or set of words believed to have magic power
recited a charm to make the prince fall in love with her
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as in pendants
an ornament worn on a chain around the neck or wrist
a dangling charm in the figure of a horse on her bracelet
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as in delights
to attract or delight as if by magic
a quaint seaside village that charms all who visit it
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as in possesses
to cast a spell on
in one version of the tale, it is a vengeful fairy who charms Sleeping Beauty so that she falls into a sleep for a hundred years
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Recent Examples of charms
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
The Heat’s disdain for the lottery is such that lucky charms would almost be acknowledgement of needing help in the process of rebuilding.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Residents who resisted the charms of the governor’s multimillion-dollar press team were already raising an eyebrow at the bold claims and estimates.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Wine corks also make cute place card holders and wine glass charms.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
The Single Village Fix’s pineapple syrup harnesses the vibrant smoke and character of mezcal, embracing and even amplifying its charms, and the lime cuts through any the sweetness and makes the whole thing refreshing.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
This is an older home, and some of its charms come with quirks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
Here’s a nice read on how Americans are discovering the charms of vacationing in Canada.
—Christine Dobby, Bloomberg, 24 Apr. 2026
When asked about their favorite spring flowers, Karen Musgrave of Hick Nurseries and Eva Ward of Ward’s Nursery also highlighted the many charms of the humble columbine.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 22 Apr. 2026
James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
As Sophie Baek, the Cinderella-style housemaid of illegitimate birth who charms the latest eligible Bridgerton bachelor, Ha is exquisite.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
The Chartreuse charms the cocktail, giving it a bright herbaceousness and seductive spice, with the liqueur’s full battery of gifts echoing into a long, ambrosial finish.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
As the doppelganger charms the internet and devises a nefarious plot to replace mankind with brainrot, Shiori must partner with other online outcasts to stop her digital counterpart and reclaim her life in the real world.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Feb. 2026
In the remote Westfjords, Isafjordur delivers dramatic mountains and a sense of isolation that feels worlds away from the capital, while on the east coast, Seyðisfjörður charms visitors with its artistic culture.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Although there may not be snow on the ground, the area still charms with its Alpine vistas, green meadows, and waterfalls, such as Staubbach Falls, the third-highest waterfall in Switzerland.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
Yerin Ha joins the cast as Sophie, a maid who charms the noble Benedict.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Dec. 2025
When an actor charms the pants off us, nothing, especially a writer with a ballpoint pen and bad hair, can persuade us to put them back on.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
Pastel Classic Clog for ages one through five — the latter swapping multiple Jibbitz for only two oversized shoe charms of Kitty at her finest, instantly recognizable bow and all.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
The Heat’s disdain for the lottery is such that lucky charms would almost be acknowledgement of needing help in the process of rebuilding.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Residents who resisted the charms of the governor’s multimillion-dollar press team were already raising an eyebrow at the bold claims and estimates.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Wine corks also make cute place card holders and wine glass charms.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
The Single Village Fix’s pineapple syrup harnesses the vibrant smoke and character of mezcal, embracing and even amplifying its charms, and the lime cuts through any the sweetness and makes the whole thing refreshing.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
This is an older home, and some of its charms come with quirks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
Here’s a nice read on how Americans are discovering the charms of vacationing in Canada.
—Christine Dobby, Bloomberg, 24 Apr. 2026
When asked about their favorite spring flowers, Karen Musgrave of Hick Nurseries and Eva Ward of Ward’s Nursery also highlighted the many charms of the humble columbine.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
One part of the show that didn’t align with this viewpoint was the casting of Tanzyn Crawford as Tanselle, a traveling performer from Dorne who charms Dunk, and some on social media have griped about the actress being in the show.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
As Sophie Baek, the Cinderella-style housemaid of illegitimate birth who charms the latest eligible Bridgerton bachelor, Ha is exquisite.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
The Chartreuse charms the cocktail, giving it a bright herbaceousness and seductive spice, with the liqueur’s full battery of gifts echoing into a long, ambrosial finish.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
As the doppelganger charms the internet and devises a nefarious plot to replace mankind with brainrot, Shiori must partner with other online outcasts to stop her digital counterpart and reclaim her life in the real world.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Feb. 2026
In the remote Westfjords, Isafjordur delivers dramatic mountains and a sense of isolation that feels worlds away from the capital, while on the east coast, Seyðisfjörður charms visitors with its artistic culture.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Although there may not be snow on the ground, the area still charms with its Alpine vistas, green meadows, and waterfalls, such as Staubbach Falls, the third-highest waterfall in Switzerland.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
Yerin Ha joins the cast as Sophie, a maid who charms the noble Benedict.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Dec. 2025
When an actor charms the pants off us, nothing, especially a writer with a ballpoint pen and bad hair, can persuade us to put them back on.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charms
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Sharp objects like scissors and needles or amulets should be carried by pregnant women or placed near sleeping children to ward off her attacks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 May 2026
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The text also suggests wearing amulets that bring blessings and aid the transference of consciousness.—
Jue Liang,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2026
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Havertz looked utterly forlorn, visibly distressed to pick up yet another injury after a year decimated by two serious surgeries and long spells of rehabilitation.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Coach Ralf Rangnick took over in 2022 after spells with Manchester United, Hoffenheim, Schalke and Stuttgart and Leipzig.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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When rummaging through a jewelry box, look for brooches, pendants, and rings.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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The country kitchen has a 14-foot island with grayed cabinetry, white quartz, a prep sink, glass lantern pendants and crossed millwork panels.—
Saleema Syed,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
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How pretty are these two-bite delights?—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
Verb
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And thus, her poetry possesses an amazing range.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 May 2026
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The state of Florida possesses urban areas that contain multiple roadway segments that include US-19 and US-441, and Orange Blossom Trail and Biscayne Boulevard.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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In the dying days of the Russian Empire, highborn ladies would willingly cut the dirty fingernails of the peasant Grigori Rasputin and then sew the clippings onto their dresses like sacred talismans.—
Gerard DeGroot,
Air Mail,
25 Apr. 2026
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Lemann, like the talkative older ladies of her youth, clutches the motifs of her past like talismans.—
Brandy Jensen,
New Yorker,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As prospective farmers struggled to clear forests for rice fields in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Malaya, their efforts might have been accompanied by mystical incantations like this invocation against Iblis, the Devil in Islamic tradition.—
H.M.A. Leow,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Apr. 2026
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Where ancient midwives had summoned divine assistance by uttering incantations, medieval maternity caregivers called upon saintly mothers by reciting rhythmical charms.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At the moment, Philadelphia fascinates me most, a Play-In team that has enough talent to make a run to the finals.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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Precious artifacts have been recently unearthed from the site that fascinates scholars worldwide.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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“Charms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charms. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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