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as in entices
to attract or delight as if by magic
for years the zoo's family of giant pandas have fascinated visitors
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as in enchants
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
I can gaze at the sea for hours, fascinated by the never-ending waves crashing upon the shore
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as in intrigues
to hold the attention of
the subject of artificial intelligence fascinates me
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Recent Examples of fascinates
It’s set in the early 80s, which is a period that fascinates me.
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Ange Postecoglou fascinates me.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Why scientists love them What fascinates me most about metal-organic frameworks is their limitless design space.
—Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
That was part of it, just getting into an era that fascinates me.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025
Is there one that particularly fascinates you?
—Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2025
Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Ange Postecoglou fascinates me.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Why scientists love them What fascinates me most about metal-organic frameworks is their limitless design space.
—Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
That was part of it, just getting into an era that fascinates me.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025
Is there one that particularly fascinates you?
—Cressida Leyshon, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fascinates
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With showy wine-red blossoms that perfume the garden with the distinctive aromas of chocolate and vanilla from mid-summer through fall, chocolate cosmos entices butterflies and curious gardeners alike.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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The structure is illustrated below, with one player positioned on the byline and another level with the penalty area to form a triangle that entices opponents out to defend.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Often simply referred to as Oaxaca (not to be confused with the surrounding state of the same name), the city enchants with its colorful festivals, artisanal markets, and striking architecture.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Oct. 2025
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Science fiction intrigues me a lot.—
William Earl,
Variety,
25 Oct. 2025
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This is a beautiful week to plan a trip, take a course, or follow a philosophical rabbit hole that intrigues you.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
19 Oct. 2025
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With humor, drama, and unlikely heroes, Rickey’s quest for redemption captivates the nation.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
28 Oct. 2025
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Blue Film provokes and captivates in equal measure, with the naked honesty of a black box off-off-Broadway play.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Oct. 2025
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Monfils draws and then thrills a crowd like few players on tour, producing impossible acts of tennis escapology and delivering winners from all corners of the court.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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While airborne, the dancer crosses his legs in the air twice before landing, a feat that thrills ballet enthusiasts who are known to burst into applause at its conclusion.—
Marcia Luttrell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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Because the books cover the story of the Ozarks region from prehistoric times to the 21st century, readers are likely to find a little something about any part of regional history that interests them.—
Becca Martin-Brown,
Arkansas Online,
29 Oct. 2025
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Outside of journalism what interests you?—
jsonline.com,
jsonline.com,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Andrea Thompson,
Scientific American,
28 Oct. 2025
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Every year, the actor surprises and delights us with her choice of costume, paying homage to Pamela Anderson one year and channeling Queen Amidala the next.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
27 Oct. 2025
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During halftime, the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band mesmerizes the crowd with its military precision and complex formations.—
Kristen Tribe,
Southern Living,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Fascinates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fascinates. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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