as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
the fascination that the subject of dinosaurs has for most children
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Recent Examples of fascination
All have been recurring internet fascinations among Trump’s supporters.
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Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 10 July 2025
But even without ‘Jaws,’ people have this fascination and fear of sharks.
—Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 5 July 2025
All kinds of vehicles hold a special fascination for kids, trucks in particular.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 11 July 2025
Trump's fascination for mixed martial arts goes back years and his support for fighting sports goes back even further to his days hosting WrestleMania in Atlantic City, N.J. in 1988.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 4 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fascination
Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 10 July 2025
But even without ‘Jaws,’ people have this fascination and fear of sharks.
—Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 5 July 2025
All kinds of vehicles hold a special fascination for kids, trucks in particular.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 11 July 2025
Trump's fascination for mixed martial arts goes back years and his support for fighting sports goes back even further to his days hosting WrestleMania in Atlantic City, N.J. in 1988.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 4 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fascination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fascination
Noun
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Despite Chinese foldables being clearly superior the past few years, various factors (some out of their control) have prevented Chinese foldables from reaching mainstream appeal.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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But the committee also does mediation, appeals and training.—
Damenica Ellis
July 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 July 2025
Noun
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One of the oldest towns in South Carolina, Conway is steeped in historic charm.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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Number of Tourists in 2024: 45 million From ancient Aztec ruins to the colonial charm of Oaxaca, Mexico grabs you by the senses and doesn’t let go.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The source noted that philanthropy is part of their mutual attraction.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Other recent theme park incidents that made headlines include a backstage fire at Epcot at Walt Disney World in Florida, and riders who jumped off of a raft ride after becoming stuck on the attraction at Six Flags Over Texas in June 2024.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Its streets reveal a mix of curving Art Nouveau architecture and sleek Nordic minimalism, with design shops, saunas, and island fortresses adding to the city’s offbeat allure.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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This is the con at the heart of his aesthetic: empowerment framed by objectification, agency dressed as allure.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
10 July 2025
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In the principality of Monaco, the French fashion house Jacquemus has brought its signature aesthetic, think banana yellow, coconut milk white, and classic black stripes, to the Monte-Carlo Beach Club, infusing the iconic pier and Pool Café with a breath of Mediterranean glamour.—
Sarah Turner,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The deal could serve as a major test to how Wall Street views parts of the AI glitz and glamour.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
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“Fascination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fascination. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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