magnetizing

verb

present participle of magnetize
as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic the store's gorgeous window displays never fail to magnetize shoppers and sightseers

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Recent Examples of magnetizing For this reason, the moisture-magnetizing molecule is a key component in countless anti-aging products. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 21 June 2026 But organizations that embrace these three non-negotiables are magnetizing ambitious, loyal Gen Z employees—while their competitors watch the door swing. — Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnetizing
  1. fascinating
  2. enticing
  3. enchanting
  4. charming
  5. captivating
  6. seducing
  7. delighting
  8. alluring
Verb
  • Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.
    — Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.
    — Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of fascinating
Verb
  • Instead, the Rays used a less-enticing package to get Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets.
    — John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Favorite examples include installing mirrors in elevators and enticing customers to tolerate waits with the promise of free goods or services.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 31 July 2026
Definition of enticing
Verb
  • The rolling meadows, forests, and enchanting Monet gardens form an artistic canvas that complements the hotel’s interiors.
    — Veronica M. Stoddart, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • The rookie showman is proving his mettle as part of the Caballero Circus, a five-generation family of performers, by enchanting audiences with his charismatic stage presence and sharp coordination.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2026
Definition of enchanting
Verb
  • Plant flowering shrubs or vines that can trail over the top, charming the neighbors while screening the view at the same time.
    — Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
  • Still, there’s something that feels small about this particular story, charming enough in the moment and almost instantly forgettable the moment the credits roll.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 May 2026
Definition of charming
Verb
  • These early pages, which focus on Orzabal’s unconventional upbringing, paint captivating scenes of family life, with his parents, Georges and Margaret, emerging as vivid, complicated characters.
    — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 4 Aug. 2026
  • His sets are widely hailed for their musical diversity, experimental nature and captivating energy.
    — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 30 July 2026
Definition of captivating
Verb
  • The young women acted as underground assassins, seducing Nazi officers, luring them into the woods and killing them.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026
  • The writer thinks that the person seducing the main character is just some flotsam, hardly worth a second look.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 June 2026
Definition of seducing
Verb
  • The match showcased all competitors, with Solo even mocking Jey Uso, delighting the crowd.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Noah’s Ark Waterpark stands out as a fan favorite, delighting guests since its seasonal operations began in 1979.
    — Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026
Definition of delighting
Verb
  • The button front adds interest to the waistline, while the hidden zipper closure and alluring back slit offers all-day comfort.
    — Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025
Definition of alluring

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