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or enthral
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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time
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as in to delight
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions
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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
a play that will enthrall you for two hours
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Recent Examples of enthrall
For several years now, The Rookie fans have been enthralled by the slow-burn romance between show’s most popular couple, Tim Bradford (Eric Winter) and Lucy Chen (Melissa O’Neil), nickname Chenford.
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Mar. 2026
The combination of Luka Doncic and LeBron James was overpowering and enthralling for all to see during the Lakers’ dynamic 124-116 win over the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Wednesday.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Jane is a deeply unwell woman, enthralled by the lavish lives of the wealthy and consumed by the idealistic fairy tales of her childhood.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Inside the room of Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, there were plenty of enthralling moments that didn't make the cut or nearly went unnoticed.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Mar. 2026
The combination of Luka Doncic and LeBron James was overpowering and enthralling for all to see during the Lakers’ dynamic 124-116 win over the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Wednesday.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Jane is a deeply unwell woman, enthralled by the lavish lives of the wealthy and consumed by the idealistic fairy tales of her childhood.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Inside the room of Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, there were plenty of enthralling moments that didn't make the cut or nearly went unnoticed.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthrall
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The cause of brain freeze fascinates neurologists and Slurpee lovers alike, and the science behind it is especially captivating.—
Julia Daye,
Popular Science,
2 Apr. 2026
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Despite being so vocal, Cudi still retains a mystique quality that fascinates fans.—
Kailyn Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
7 Apr. 2026
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Today, the bay holds some of the richest marine biodiversity on earth, a fact that would have delighted Ricketts and Steinbeck.—
Alexandra Genova,
TheWeek,
7 Apr. 2026
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For eight minutes, the astronauts are free to focus on any surface features or patterns that interest them.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
6 Apr. 2026
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If Native American sites interest you, continue eight miles down the road to the Newark Earthworks, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated in 2023.—
Midwest Living,
Midwest Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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Designer Michael Rider knows that his job is not to tantalize the world with his ego, a tendency that has brought us countless collections of oversized, lumpy garments that are unrealistic for people to wear, but to enchant them with terrific clothes.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
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The face enchanting enough to gain entry into this party of the Four Hundred.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Indeed, few foreigners leave without being enraptured by a fascinating cultural tapestry which lives on in old-world architectural landmarks and century-spanning festivals.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Drawn by hand by Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli films visually stun and enrapture viewers.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, Maul is also intrigued by the prospect of recruiting a new apprentice, a Jedi Padawan named Devon.—
Rafael Motamayor,
IndieWire,
6 Apr. 2026
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When Reverend Jeff Hood — a spiritual advisor who accompanies men on death row — reached out to him on Facebook, though, he was intrigued.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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Bully feels custom-designed to please the diehards exhausted by his noxious antics.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
1 Apr. 2026
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This time around, under Rupert Goold’s actor-forward direction and with Guirgis’s distinctive voiciness, the story has more in common with the canine of its title — there’s a little more swagger, sweetness, and slobber, a little more desire to please.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
31 Mar. 2026
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There's a headphone jack for wired headphones, to really immerse yourself like you time-warped back to a scene from Stranger Things, plus the cassette player can rewind and fast-forward to a fave song for that true tactile action.—
Shirl Leigh
April 06,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2026
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The older two initially resist their parents’ appeals to immerse themselves in nature, but the youngest, who is mute, explores the area and finds a magical tree inhabited by a group of extraordinary characters.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
2 Apr. 2026
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