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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 hypnotized
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
But the key to success is not being hypnotized by South Florida.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
Kleinert thinks there must be some sort of Stockholm Syndrome at play that deserves to be researched, and Hyland described it as almost feeling hypnotized.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026
The Hillside Stranglers, Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono, were captured a year later when Bianchi confessed to a number of the murders while hypnotized and being questioned by police.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
Rather suddenly, there’s been a vibe shift around artificial intelligence, the tech that’s hypnotized Wall Street and inspired cultish devotion across Silicon Valley over the past three years.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
Small caps have been cheap for years now, and have failed to catch a bid from investors hypnotized by artificial intelligence.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
His eyes look hypnotized or insane.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
True to its name, the suite is designed for early risers who can watch the skies come alive each morning—but no matter the time of day, you’ll be hypnotized by the drama of the ocean and the shifting light over the rocks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
But the key to success is not being hypnotized by South Florida.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
Kleinert thinks there must be some sort of Stockholm Syndrome at play that deserves to be researched, and Hyland described it as almost feeling hypnotized.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026
The Hillside Stranglers, Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono, were captured a year later when Bianchi confessed to a number of the murders while hypnotized and being questioned by police.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
Rather suddenly, there’s been a vibe shift around artificial intelligence, the tech that’s hypnotized Wall Street and inspired cultish devotion across Silicon Valley over the past three years.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
Small caps have been cheap for years now, and have failed to catch a bid from investors hypnotized by artificial intelligence.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
His eyes look hypnotized or insane.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hypnotized
Verb
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The vice president added that he has long been fascinated by the subject and hinted at his interest in reviewing classified information during his time in office.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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For decades, the Zeigler case has fascinated the public around the world, leading to television shows, books, documentaries and a variety of crime sleuths creating various conspiracy theories.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In a new dark comedy (now in theaters) from Dream Scenario director Kristoffer Borgli, Robert Pattinson and Zendaya play Charlie and Emma, an engaged couple whose wedding plans are thrown into disarray when the latter makes a disturbing confession.—
Tiffany Kelly,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 Apr. 2026
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Performance Data Helps Teams Focus on What Works Content strategy can become more effective when teams identify which pages attract attention, which channels drive visits, and which topics keep users engaged and loyal.—
William Jones,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Irvi was enchanted and unnerved by Oaxaca’s clear blue skies, unmarred by skyscrapers.—
Caitlin Dickerson,
The Atlantic,
3 Mar. 2026
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Along with the clear Bowie and Orbison inspiration, the album’s influences reflect the tastes of someone recently enchanted by the romance of California.—
Millan Verma,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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What many people are interested in, however, is what put him on the map — his arm.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Anyone interested in speaking at the hearings can fill out and submit an interest form online between April 20 and April 23.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The details kept me mesmerized.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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All of whom were mesmerized by her glistening skin and deeply sensual eyes, which often require nothing but black mascara.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Preservation in progress On a Tuesday in July, a dozen or so visitors ambled between Fallingwater’s main living room and its terrace, museum-tour headsets dangling from their ears, appearing more intrigued than irritated by the tower of scaffolding and tarps that rose above them.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Sep. 2025
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Like most people, I was intrigued by the possibilities AI might bring into the world — more intrigued, not surprisingly, when those possibilities included cures for disease, solutions to poverty and not taking the jobs of every journalist still standing.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But recovery is actually more involved than just physical injury prevention.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
1 Apr. 2026
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Stubbs added that the results mirror trends the company has noticed in Halloween candy, where adults are getting more involved in holiday festivities—including candy consumption.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In the current inflationary environment, Food Lion’s focus on value and the strength of its private-label offerings are resonating with budget-conscious shoppers.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Apr. 2026
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Over time, this balance becomes your default state rather than a conscious effort.—
Brendan Keegan,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Hypnotized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hypnotized. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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