variants
or ensorceling
as in possessing
to cast a spell on
a dense, dark forest that is the scene for many a tale in which some unsuspecting traveler is ensorcelled by a witch or wizard
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Several speakers said the restrictions put forward in the measure would put an unreasonable burden on service providers and facilities, who would be held liable if people seeking support are using or possessing drugs without their knowledge.—
Robin Opsahl,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
13 Feb. 2026 -
After a short foot chase, ICE officers grabbed a man who had arrived for a court appearance on charges of possessing over 50 pounds of methamphetamine.—
Steve Karnowski,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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There are families, couples, and groups of friends dressed in triple-ply cashmere among other outfits spelling quiet luxury.—
Maddalena Fossati,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Lightfoot performed well when rushing the passer when spelling Bain and Mesidor.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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If your Valentine loves sliders, celebrate by charming your sweetie at the burger joint known for its tiny burgers.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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That group of Democrats sees Mamdani as having scored a political victory by charming the president.—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
28 Nov. 2025
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Tucked at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Santa Fe’s remarkable high desert landscapes and enchanting golden light feel almost otherworldly.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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At times, partners may have had a special mystique, enchanting you with their powers that may have sucked you in — for the better — or instead, like an addiction.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
4 Jan. 2026
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And then also not cursing and catching FCC violations.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2026
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His mother, the dancing, cursing, haggling aunt is now an arthritic septuagenarian.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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The officer fired a single shot from his handgun, striking Sosa-Celis in his right thigh.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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The practical applications the researchers envision are striking.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Ensorcelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensorcelling. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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