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
Even the strong Patagonian wind cannot topple this tribute, inaugurated on June 16 during Argentina’s World Cup debut, when the team once again dazzled under Messi, who sealed the victory over Algeria after scoring three goals.
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ABC News,
23 June 2026
Glistening in the sun from about 1,000 feet away, the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy dazzled attendees, arriving in New York after a 53-year title drought.
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Amina Kilpatrick,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
In the middle of the blazing mid-afternoon heat, two other shows dazzled convention attendees who were grabbing a bite to eat or shopping at vendor pop-up tents outside.
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Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
The Leipzig winger dazzled against France in Ivory Coast’s friendly win last week, and his stock will continue to rise.
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Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Gilad Janklowicz, a fitness instructor whose signature syndicated TV program Bodies In Motion brought daily exercise routines to viewers newly dazzled by the exercise and aerobics movement of the 1980s and ’90s, died Tuesday, June 9.
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Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
Steven was dazzled by Diane’s work.
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Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Jennifer Lopez dazzled in a sparkling bodysuit and matching thigh-high boots in a new Instagram post.
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Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
Paris dazzled audiences in 2024 with iconic backdrops and historic landmarks.
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Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
ABC News,
23 June 2026
Glistening in the sun from about 1,000 feet away, the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy dazzled attendees, arriving in New York after a 53-year title drought.
—
Amina Kilpatrick,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
In the middle of the blazing mid-afternoon heat, two other shows dazzled convention attendees who were grabbing a bite to eat or shopping at vendor pop-up tents outside.
—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
The Leipzig winger dazzled against France in Ivory Coast’s friendly win last week, and his stock will continue to rise.
—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Gilad Janklowicz, a fitness instructor whose signature syndicated TV program Bodies In Motion brought daily exercise routines to viewers newly dazzled by the exercise and aerobics movement of the 1980s and ’90s, died Tuesday, June 9.
—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
Steven was dazzled by Diane’s work.
—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Jennifer Lopez dazzled in a sparkling bodysuit and matching thigh-high boots in a new Instagram post.
—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
Paris dazzled audiences in 2024 with iconic backdrops and historic landmarks.
—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dazzled
Verb
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In it, the man stumbles around, blinded by the sun, surrounded by insensible tourists.
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When a wandering wolf threatens his fragile peace and slaughters his flock, Gaspard, blinded by rage, embarks on a perilous quest for vengeance — one that will lead him to the farthest reaches of his sorrow and guilt.
Verb
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News of Custer's defeat stunned Americans, who were celebrating their country's centennial.
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Then, as Mexico eliminated Czechia 3-0 in Mexico City, South Africa stunned South Korea 1-0 in Monterrey, with Bafana Bafana claiming second place in the group, which was promptly followed by some lovely post-match celebrations.
Verb
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Fatu was dazed and Reigns speared him through the table.
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When the Knicks won, Berns was dazed.
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“Dazzled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dazzled. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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