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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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2
as in to please
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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3
as in to occupy
to hold the attention of
a play that will enthrall you for two hours
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as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
the child's enthrallment with the new toy lasted about 30 minutes
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Recent Examples of enthrall
Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
The Spartans’ meteoric rise continues to enthrall and impress the gymnastics community.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Her voice carries an enchanting charm, revealing its rich, multifaceted nuances, while her acting skills effortlessly enthrall audiences of all ages.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
For 10 years, various writers and directors took a swing adapting Minecraft, the Swedish video game that enthralls children, who apparently yearn for the mines.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
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Arguably the most esteemed contemporary musician on the planet, McCartney stepped away from the stadiums that have been his playground for decades to enthrall a crowd of about 500 at the Bowery Ballroom Tuesday night.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
The Spartans’ meteoric rise continues to enthrall and impress the gymnastics community.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Her voice carries an enchanting charm, revealing its rich, multifaceted nuances, while her acting skills effortlessly enthrall audiences of all ages.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
For 10 years, various writers and directors took a swing adapting Minecraft, the Swedish video game that enthralls children, who apparently yearn for the mines.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthrall
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Growing up in the tiny town of Kingston, Minnesota, population less than 200, Tanner had always been fascinated by extreme weather.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The president is known to be fascinated with the sport, having attended three UFC events since his election in November.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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Top with marinara and cheese to please diners of all ages.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Nothing would please me more than getting to see you and catching up in the near future.—
John Malone,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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In the meantime, the Giants went with their Opening Day second baseman, Tyler Fitzgerald, while Christian Koss occupied third base on the second day of Matt Chapman’s absence with inflammation in his right hand.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Close followers of Moscow say Russia is not looking to end the war yet, however, given its advantageous position on the battlefield in Ukraine, where its forces occupy swathes of territory in the south and east.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
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The future of travel is not a nostalgic return to a pre-digital era, but a harmonious blend of technology, cultural immersion, and sensory engagement.—
Emily Weiss,
Fortune,
10 Aug. 2025
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This ultrawide gaming monitor delivers mind-blowing colors, contrast, and immersion, making every game look unreal.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
8 Aug. 2025
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From the Rhine’s romantic bends past half-timbered villages and Gothic cathedrals to the Danube’s imperial sweep through Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava—each voyage is a sensory mosaic of medieval history, fine European cuisine, and enchanting culture.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Mingle with enchanting wizards, witches, elves, fairies, princesses and dragons.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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The intimate space features a black-and-white checkerboard floor, vintage touches like a pink phone booth and pastry cases stocked with buttery delights.—
Bahar Anooshahr,
AZCentral.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Double dry-hopped with Simcoe, Edward delights those who enjoy hop aromas and flavors without a pronounced hop bitterness.—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Records showed the teen was released after serving a stint in youth prison, and that Bloom had not been involved in the teen's cases in years.—
Cameron Knight,
The Enquirer,
9 Aug. 2025
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Some news reports have surfaced over the last several years referencing the challenge described by the Lancaster Township Police Department, including one instance involving a 15-year-old from Texas in July 2018, shared by ABC affiliate KTRK-TV.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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As those markets mature, attention shifts toward practical applications that enhance business operations rather than create new trading vehicles.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The buzz the Panthers generated was unlike anything Texas football has seen, but despite the newfound attention, Gates said the team is hungry and locked in.—
Charles Baggarly
August 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Enthrall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthrall. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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