as in attractiveness
the power of irresistible attraction
she managed to win the election by sheer magnetism
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Recent Examples of magnetism
Marco Antonia de Dominis made a similar argument, invoking the analogy to magnetism.
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JSTOR Daily, 1 Dec. 2025
Even when the series de-ages him in a later episode, the effect can’t dampen Kotsur’s inherent magnetism and ability to become a man whose mind is always working all the angles.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
Hours of imaginative play came from building, spinning, and discovering how magnetism works.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 28 Nov. 2025
One example is the prevalence of wearing gold to symbolize opulence and magnetism.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
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JSTOR Daily, 1 Dec. 2025
Even when the series de-ages him in a later episode, the effect can’t dampen Kotsur’s inherent magnetism and ability to become a man whose mind is always working all the angles.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
Hours of imaginative play came from building, spinning, and discovering how magnetism works.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 28 Nov. 2025
One example is the prevalence of wearing gold to symbolize opulence and magnetism.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for magnetism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnetism
Noun
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But with a sizable audience doing research to kill time between installments, the miniseries’ cast boasts an awkward attractiveness that sticks out as oddly inauthentic.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 Nov. 2025
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Our research shows that extreme attractiveness might grab attention but can undermine connection, the true currency of the influencer economy.—
Abby Frank,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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And downtown Revelstoke still retains mom-and-pop charm and a strongly local ethos, plus loads of local art (don’t miss the art allies).—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
7 Jan. 2026
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Modern Equestrian Elegance Meets Bold Textiles Inspired by the timeless charm of the countryside, this look blends rustic equestrian touches with a refined, modern sensibility.—
Colleen Sullivan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Without question, Bardot expanded the appeal of international films from cinephiles and college students.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The appeal of Charli’s account was that her reviews were funny, yes, and a glimpse into her culture diet in relation to her own work.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2026
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The public reaction to developments in the BCI field is all of a piece with this—equal parts healthy fascination and troubling misinformation.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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After finding success with Shift4 Payments—now valued at roughly $6 billion— Isaacman turned his fascination with flight into action.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Just over eight minutes were remaining on the clock when the buzz kicked up inside Spectrum Center again, all because the usual main attraction was sauntering to the scorer’s table.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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Japan draws thirtysomethings with its diverse attractions, from culinary delights to swift transportation, catering to travelers' varied interests.—
Jill Krasny,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Newton’s charisma and Superman showmanship brought extra attention to his play that year.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Philyaw’s Secret Lives of Church Ladies is one of my favorite collections of the last decade, and her podcast presence is a lesson in charisma.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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So one of the jobs that CFOs actually have is to keep people under control and not fall for the seductiveness of narrators, and not just go for convincing stories, but look at facts.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
21 Aug. 2025
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Some of my earliest memories are sneaking out of bed to sit at the top of the stairs, desperate to catch a glimpse of the gold and the glamour.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2026
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Storing perfume is a classic use for a tray and can add a sense of glamour to your dressing table.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Magnetism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnetism. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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