as in blinded
to overpower with light
skiers were dazzled by the glare off of the slopes of freshly packed snow
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Recent Examples of dazzled
Pairing a trademark blue beret with his thick European accent, Grgich dazzled Napa Valley visitors.
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Mark Dent, HubSpot, 15 May 2026
Ines is a little dazzled by the older girl’s seeming worldliness and Hanna shows big-sisterly fondness for Ines, making her, along with her diary, the repository of her secrets.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 14 May 2026
Prepare to be dazzled from Warsaw’s highest viewing terrace atop Varso Tower, which proudly dots the skyline, before eating your way through the innovative food halls that define the coolest neighborhoods.
—Kasia Dietz, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
All of a Sudden Japan’s Ryusuke Hamaguchi dazzled Cannes in 2021 with his symphonic meditation on grief, regret and human connection, Drive My Car, which went on to receive four Oscar nominations, winning for best international film.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
The 'Dark Angel' star also dazzled in a lace mini dress for a night out to celebrate her birthday.
—Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Just last week the British actor and former Glamour cover star dazzled in a vintage teal Chloé dress previously worn by Kate Moss in 2001.
—Aroa Medina, Glamour, 8 May 2026
McIlroy’s score of 1-under-par wasn’t going to make a dent on the leaderboard on this day, however, when Matt McCarty dazzled everyone with an 8-under-par 63 to take the early lead.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Morris dazzled in Georgia, throwing a no-hitter in 1-0 loss, combining on a no-hitter in relief and delivering a game-winning single at the plate.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Mark Dent, HubSpot, 15 May 2026
Ines is a little dazzled by the older girl’s seeming worldliness and Hanna shows big-sisterly fondness for Ines, making her, along with her diary, the repository of her secrets.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 14 May 2026
Prepare to be dazzled from Warsaw’s highest viewing terrace atop Varso Tower, which proudly dots the skyline, before eating your way through the innovative food halls that define the coolest neighborhoods.
—Kasia Dietz, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
All of a Sudden Japan’s Ryusuke Hamaguchi dazzled Cannes in 2021 with his symphonic meditation on grief, regret and human connection, Drive My Car, which went on to receive four Oscar nominations, winning for best international film.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
The 'Dark Angel' star also dazzled in a lace mini dress for a night out to celebrate her birthday.
—Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Just last week the British actor and former Glamour cover star dazzled in a vintage teal Chloé dress previously worn by Kate Moss in 2001.
—Aroa Medina, Glamour, 8 May 2026
McIlroy’s score of 1-under-par wasn’t going to make a dent on the leaderboard on this day, however, when Matt McCarty dazzled everyone with an 8-under-par 63 to take the early lead.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Morris dazzled in Georgia, throwing a no-hitter in 1-0 loss, combining on a no-hitter in relief and delivering a game-winning single at the plate.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dazzled
Verb
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And yet, locals weren't scared off, blinded perhaps by their love of the game.—
Lee Cowan,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
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Castellanos was permanently blinded in one eye and filed a federal lawsuit in 2022, alleging excessive use of force.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One of the officials, who works in cybersecurity, was stunned by her remark; his office’s previous work with CISA and federal law enforcement involved reporting death threats against elections officials and cyber risks.—
Shane Harris,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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Celebrini, the top pick in the 2024 NHL draft, was at the 2025 tournament on a team that included Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon, but the Canadians were stunned 2-1 by Denmark in the quarterfinals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Still dazed from the emotional hangover, the Lakers lost their next two games.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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Despite seeming dazed at first, Wembanyama was able to stand and ran into the tunnel to get further evaluation in the locker room.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Dazzled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dazzled. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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