ensorcells

verb

variants or ensorcels
present tense third-person singular of ensorcell
as in possesses
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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  1. possesses
  2. spells
  3. strikes
Verb
  • Inland taipan Often described as the world’s most venomous snake based on laboratory toxicity tests, the inland taipan possesses venom capable of attacking the nervous system, muscles, and blood.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Similar to other colubrids, this species possesses a Duvernoy’s gland—a venom gland located behind the eyes and connected by a tube to grooved, backward-curving teeth at the back of the upper jaw.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of possesses
Verb
  • The Sofitel brand, after all, spells amenities, loyalty programs, and an international set.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
  • On others, handwritten spells manifesting joy or health dance across the white surface.
    — Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Definition of spells
Verb
  • When a robot’s foot strikes the ground, part of the impact energy is normally lost as heat and vibration.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The Israeli military said the weekend strikes targeted militants.
    — Elena Becatoros, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of strikes
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“Ensorcells.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensorcells. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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