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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Roberts in October initially pleaded not guilty to one count of making a false statement for employment and one count of unlawfully possessing a firearm while being in the country illegally.—
Hannah Fingerhut,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026 -
Xianna Moua Yang and her husband, Yeng Moua, are each charged with one first-degree felony charge of selling or aiding in the selling of 17 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine within 90 days and one first-degree felony charge of possessing 50 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine.—
Talia McWright,
Twin Cities,
21 Jan. 2026
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Her occupational therapists helped her practice tasks like holding a pencil and spelling her name.—
Victoria Mejicanos,
Time,
7 Jan. 2026
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Here’s how to get a better sense of all that and minimize potential trouble, even if your employer hasn’t been great in spelling things out.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
30 Dec. 2025
Verb
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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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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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If that wasn't enchanting enough, they were then joined by their original Broadway counterparts, Kristin Chenoweth (Glinda) and Idina Menzel (Elphaba).—
Jillian Sederholm,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Some made obscene gestures, and one held up a paper cursing the president.—
Josh Boak,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2026
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Just tied them all together in about a five-minute reel of me cursing a blue streak.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
12 Dec. 2025
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The vibrant blue and pink print is striking and pairs perfectly with warm woods and greenery.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Using them as an accent on a shower wall or bathroom floor creates a striking focal point, while mixing and matching tiles or using smaller stone pieces can add a sense of luxury and craftsmanship.—
Colleen Sullivan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Ensorcelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensorcelling. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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