as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a cult leader who attracted followers with his magnetic gaze
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Recent Examples of magnetic
Balmy weather isn’t the only driver of magnetic metros, the study suggests.
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026
This model also marks the return of MagSafe to the affordable lineup, enabling 15W magnetic charging and seamless accessory integration.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Nureyev is 23, a rebellious Soviet defector — magnetic, explosive, unstoppable.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
The ship's magnetic catapults are a key component in giving the Ford a leg up from the older Nimitz ships in launching aircraft.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026
This model also marks the return of MagSafe to the affordable lineup, enabling 15W magnetic charging and seamless accessory integration.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Nureyev is 23, a rebellious Soviet defector — magnetic, explosive, unstoppable.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
The ship's magnetic catapults are a key component in giving the Ford a leg up from the older Nimitz ships in launching aircraft.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnetic
Adjective
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The Balcony is textbook Manet—grand in ambition, ingeniously composed, visually charismatic, and socially unfathomable.—
Susan Tallman,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Much like James Marsden’s entrance as the obnoxiously wealthy and charismatic Owen Ashe, this sophomore season has come in hot and much more tantalizing, dramatic, emotional, and funnier than before.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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And the meteoric rise of AI makes companion robots an attractive policy goal.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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And that mentality is part of what made the Detroit Country Day product attractive to potential employers, as much as his pass-blocking prowess.—
Matthew Mowery,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Benet, who is very appealing, really deserved much more to do vocally.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Forest face Newcastle at home that week before another appealing home fixture against Bournemouth in Gameweek 38.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The town is full of charming attractions, like the interactive Maison de Sancerre, and cozy restaurants and cafés.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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This charming town of under 5,000 people is dotted with towering coastal redwoods and is known for its easy access to the peacefully flowing waters of the Russian River.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The excitement of the fight for freedom and justice, combined with the energy of mass gatherings, was seductive.—
Nataliya Gumenyuk,
The Dial,
21 Apr. 2026
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That’s what’s so seductive about them.—
Brittany Delay,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Magnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnetic. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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