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
Verb
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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 balloon has gone up and Paris is once again enchanted.—
Blythe Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Supersonic aircraft and enchanted broomsticks, remote controls and wands, both technology and magic ostensibly offer alternatives to physical exertion and enable otherwise impossible feats.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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Skunk and cat urine odors are removed by this magic cleaner.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
28 June 2025
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The Neuroscience of Wonder At the core of every magic trick is a psychological game.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Anyone who listens to the Randolphs, who live on the property of the Clyde Butcher Big Cypress Gallery, will get an earful on how beautiful, magical and serene the Big Cypress National Preserve is.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
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Many climate researchers consider this magical thinking.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Spellbound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spellbound. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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