as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
the crowd was hypnotized by the powerful, eloquent speaker
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Recent Examples of hypnotize
Customers are hypnotized by an endless algorithm of bright colors and coupon-earning games, but the products often end up in landfills as cheap junk.
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Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2025
Powered by a hypnotizing fusion of bomba with urban beats, the single — penned by the artist himself and produced by Dímelo Ninow — continues Rauw’s commitment to elevating tropical music.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 11 Apr. 2025
Read Next National Prepare to be hypnotized by this alluring estate for sale in Atlanta.
—Tj MacIas, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
They're hypnotized, just like people on their phones.
—Natasha Gural, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2025
Powered by a hypnotizing fusion of bomba with urban beats, the single — penned by the artist himself and produced by Dímelo Ninow — continues Rauw’s commitment to elevating tropical music.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 11 Apr. 2025
Read Next National Prepare to be hypnotized by this alluring estate for sale in Atlanta.
—Tj MacIas, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
They're hypnotized, just like people on their phones.
—Natasha Gural, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hypnotize
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There is something magical about a firefly that fascinates young and old alike.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
11 June 2025
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Reddit users were fascinated by the strange-but-smart hospitality hack, with one even inspired to turn it into a trivia question.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 June 2025
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Explore Tallulah Falls Cumberland Island Steeped in history, this enchanting Georgia barrier island feels suspended in time.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
26 May 2025
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Bali Known for its beaches and spiritual atmosphere, Bali has long been enchanting travelers looking for solace.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Hypnotize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hypnotize. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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