as in charmed
being or appearing to be under a magic spell
spellbound audiences never tire of this annual Christmas favorite
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as in fascinated
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
the tale about pirates and their buried treasure had completely spellbound the children
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Recent Examples of spellbound
Cynthia Graubart, Bon Appétit, 24 Jan. 2025
Children were left spellbound by Santa's presence – and presents.
—Jaymi McCann, theweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Since the dawn of time, the romance of railways has seduced poets, spellbound novelists, and dealt directors the perfect hand for capturing fleeting friendships, illicit affairs, and all manner of crimes and capers.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2024
Through masterful research and cinematic writing, The Devil at His Elbow is a transporting journey through Alex’s life, the night of the murders, and the investigation that culminated in a trial that held tens of millions spellbound.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 20 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
The audiences were spellbound, learning the ins and outs of Southern flour and the technique of a light touch.
—Cynthia Graubart, Bon Appétit, 24 Jan. 2025
Children were left spellbound by Santa's presence – and presents.
—Jaymi McCann, theweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Since the dawn of time, the romance of railways has seduced poets, spellbound novelists, and dealt directors the perfect hand for capturing fleeting friendships, illicit affairs, and all manner of crimes and capers.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2024
Through masterful research and cinematic writing, The Devil at His Elbow is a transporting journey through Alex’s life, the night of the murders, and the investigation that culminated in a trial that held tens of millions spellbound.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spellbound
Adjective
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Nick Dunlap has led a charmed young career to date.—
Justin Ray,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Kieran Culkin and Bill Burr, co-stars in a new Broadway production of Glengarry Glen Ross, looked particularly charmed.—
Esther Zuckerman,
The Atlantic,
6 Apr. 2025
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Check out Pima Air & Space Museum For those fascinated by astronomy and aerospace, the Pima Air & Space Museum is an essential stop along Tucson’s Astro Trail.—
Visit Tucson,
AFAR Media,
20 Mar. 2025
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Friendship stores selling specialty foodstuffs, silks, and Maoist tchotchkes emerged to meet demand from both Chinese immigrants seeking familiar comforts and Americans fascinated by the exotic wares.—
Mark Tseng-Putterman / Made by History,
TIME,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The story is set in the shadow of an ancient war between dueling gods and tells of a pair of young rival journalists that fall in love while writing each other anonymous letters on an enchanted typewriter.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
3 June 2025
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Set in the enchanted forests of Michigan, this festival offers a kaleidoscope of lights, immersive art installations, and a lineup that spans jam bands to electronic beats.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
3 June 2025
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But that doesn't mean there's a magic seat on every flight.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
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Your debut Netflix special combines comedy and magic with the goal of appealing to both the magic lovers and skeptics.—
Nate Jackson,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2025
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Lionel Messi’s free kick from just outside the Porto penalty area in the 54th minute provided this Club World Cup with its first magical moment.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The magical moment made Cyrus the first official guest performer of the tour.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2025
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“Spellbound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spellbound. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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