as in hypnotic
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as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
discovered that the children were mesmerized by a television show
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mesmerizing
Adjective
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Shot in the Colombian desert, this new film is nothing short of hypnotic.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
14 May 2025 -
In the room with us in Valencia, the dolls eyes’ are hypnotic, carrying a trace of malevolence.—
Joshua Rothkopf,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025
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In 100 riveting profiles, top basketball writers justify their selections and uncover the history of the NBA in the process.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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The crack of Shohei Ohtani’s bat — punctuating a riveting contest in early May with another indelible moment of on-demand magic.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Minahan’s engrossing, beautiful to behold drama has been somewhat dismissed for its old-school storytelling style.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2025
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The film gets a little loud for its own tone towards the end, but Kumar and Madhavan manage to maintain the engrossing grip on the audience with their brilliant performances.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Scottish Highlands are an enchanting tapestry of landscapes rich in history and culture.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside Online,
13 May 2025
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Stargazing under West Virginia’s dark skies Courtesy of West Virginia Tourism West Virginia becomes even more enchanting when the sun dips below the ridges.—
West Virginia Tourism,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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The narrative is seductive: Disrupt your competitors, innovate relentlessly and the world will bow to your genius.—
Vikram Joshi,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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On the other hand, some will see you as glamorous, in a powerful, seductive way.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Eton College, Harrow School, Winchester College—the most prestigious boarding schools are hotly coveted by the international elite, an even more alluring status symbol than a Birkin bag.—
Ashley Baker,
Air Mail,
26 Apr. 2025
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And in this respect, the concert narrative can be alluring.—
Stacie E. Goddard,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Unlike the national parks in the U.S., the Cairngorms are considered a populated national park, one that’s home to more than 18,000 residents living in its small towns and charming villages.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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The psychological thriller revolves around two sisters who confront their haunted past and a dangerous present when one falls for a charming architect hiding dark secrets linked to gruesome murders.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
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Law exudes dogged intensity and Nicholas Hoult is superb as the charismatic white supremacist leader in a gripping action drama.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Disclaimer Disclaimer is a gripping psychological thriller in seven chapters, starring Academy Award winners Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
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