as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
discovered that the children were mesmerized by a television show
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With his suitable-for-wall-pasting photo spreads in magazines like Tiger Beat and 16, Sherman was rivaled only by Donny Osmond and David Cassidy in his power to mesmerize with a soothing voice and cuddly good looks.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 24 June 2025
In the original movie, directed by Steven Spielberg, the characters were mesmerized by dinosaurs.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 4 July 2025
Her high-shine lips were equally mesmerizing thanks to her own Fenty Beauty products.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 1 July 2025
While a soft Aegean breeze sifted through the chic open-air lobby at Maxx Royal Bodrum, I was mesmerized by a digital artwork by American-Turkish artist Refik Anadol that spans an entire wall and swirls in neon blends of blues, greens, and tangerines.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 24 June 2025
In the original movie, directed by Steven Spielberg, the characters were mesmerized by dinosaurs.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 4 July 2025
Her high-shine lips were equally mesmerizing thanks to her own Fenty Beauty products.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 1 July 2025
While a soft Aegean breeze sifted through the chic open-air lobby at Maxx Royal Bodrum, I was mesmerized by a digital artwork by American-Turkish artist Refik Anadol that spans an entire wall and swirls in neon blends of blues, greens, and tangerines.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
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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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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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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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“Mesmerize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mesmerize. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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