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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
don't let their promises of immense riches bedazzle you
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Recent Examples of bedazzle
The shirt included the label’s name bedazzled across the chest.
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Mikelle Street, Footwear News, 25 May 2025
The look featured a pair of high-waisted bottoms and bra top, both bedazzled with crystals, sparkling chains and gem-like details.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 13 May 2025
The higher, shinier, and more bedazzled, the better.
—Essence, 28 May 2025
The full skirt and tailored jacket were a repudiation of the war's utilitarian styles and an embrace of extravagance.
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Nicole Scherzinger
Newly minted Tony nominee Nicole Scherzinger brought Old Hollywood glamour and drama to the carpet with her tailored and bedazzled pinstripe gown.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 May 2025
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Mikelle Street, Footwear News, 25 May 2025
The look featured a pair of high-waisted bottoms and bra top, both bedazzled with crystals, sparkling chains and gem-like details.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 13 May 2025
The higher, shinier, and more bedazzled, the better.
—Essence, 28 May 2025
The full skirt and tailored jacket were a repudiation of the war's utilitarian styles and an embrace of extravagance.
20 of 20
Nicole Scherzinger
Newly minted Tony nominee Nicole Scherzinger brought Old Hollywood glamour and drama to the carpet with her tailored and bedazzled pinstripe gown.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for bedazzle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedazzle
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The author's own life story has also fascinated film makers: this year, a new BBC drama called Miss Austen imagined Jane Austen's life, alongside her sister Cassandra.—
Robbie Griffiths,
NPR,
20 July 2025
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Disney was fascinated with the technology behind robotic puppets that move and talk in a fluid way.—
Natasha Chen,
CNN Money,
17 July 2025
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Such operations include jamming spacecraft transmissions or using lasers to blind the optical sensors on spy satellites.—
Brett Tingley,
Space.com,
11 July 2025
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In short, the bombing has blinded the world to what Iran may do in the future.—
Ron Paul,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
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Over 3,000 Amazon reviewers give this enchanting light setup five stars for its IP65 waterproof rating, radiance, and affordability.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025
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Insider tip: Step into a fairytale at 12th-century Thun Castle, then wander Thun’s enchanting Old Town and lakeside Schadau Park—home to a Gothic Revival castle that’s a national treasure.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
18 July 2025
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More Chris Jackson/Getty Images and Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Kate's Red Givenchy Cape Gown At a State Banquet honoring French President Emmanuel Macron at Windsor Castle on Tuesday night, Kate dazzled in a dark red silk creponne cape gown designed by Sarah Burton for Givenchy.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Jeremy Erickson | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Gem State’s economy continues to dazzle, with solid growth last year.—
Scott Cohn,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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As for outdoor offerings, the museum always offers an innovative outdoor installation and hypnotizing live performances.—
Shauna Farnell,
Denver Post,
30 May 2025
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The performances complement the winding story: Moore is ethereal and hypnotizing, and Bacon has the casual confidence that rich White men are born with.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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While she was alarmed by shiny black leggings, slingback boots, and a jean jacket, I was equally stunned by her Pentecostal version of nurses’ scrubs; a powder blue, boxy dress with a matching jacket and headwrap.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 July 2025
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In January 2019, the Empire star claimed to have been a victim of a hate crime that stunned Hollywood but later was accused of staging the attack.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
22 July 2025
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“Bedazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedazzle. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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