as in hypnotic
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as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
discovered that the children were mesmerized by a television show
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Adjective
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On the record, audiophiles can hear celestial and gentle percussion, thumping bass, hypnotic synths, Gray’s own vocals, a buildup that crescendos into a drop that sparks pure elation, symphonic sounds and more.—
Lisa Kocay,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025 -
The somber drama has a cumulative spell, intensified by its hypnotic visual command and an atmospheric principal setting on Germany’s Hallig Islands.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Feb. 2025
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In 100 riveting profiles, top basketball writers justify their selections and uncover the history of the NBA in the process.—
Eric Nehm,
The Athletic,
6 Mar. 2025
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The result is a riveting look at a subject that’s being taken far more seriously in recent years as high-level officials make statements, release videos, hold hearings, and take legislative action (like 2023’s bipartisan UAP Disclosure Act) which all lead to one conclusion: Something is going on.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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The changes aim to create a more intense and engrossing race for viewers, increasing laps in both the NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series races.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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Despite a handful of missteps, the NBC show is engrossing, and confounding and off to a promising start.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The woman behind the enchanting seductress at the center of the song was a bank teller who was, according to Parton, overly-familiar with her husband.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Moravia Floral Bistro Set, $200 (was $249) Costway Round Outdoor Dining Set $359 $146 at Wayfair This two-person dining set is perfect for turning tight spaces into an enchanting escape for coffee, conversation, or afternoon tea.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Mar. 2025
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This candle is for readers on a romantic journey with hints of fresh rose and wild jasmine blended with seductive suede, musk and wood notes.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Yet, behind their sleek interfaces lurks a risk: the seductive, addictive pull of AI agents that can reshape our social lives and emotional well-being.—
Nizan Geslevich Packin,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The effect is alluring and the construction was flattering for the wearer.—
Adam Mansuroglu,
WWD,
24 Feb. 2025
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The subjectivity baked into the process of determining a national champion, a longstanding tradition in the sport, is both maddening and alluring.—
Ralph D. Russo,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Locals prefer to roll through town on golf carts, the most charming quality of many of America’s beach towns and islands.—
Mariah Tyler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2025
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The young and fresh tailoring was worth noting, too, as on a charming navy blue double breasted blazer with two rows of delicate gold buttons.—
Booth Moore,
WWD,
8 Mar. 2025
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But for the length of its gripping first act, Maclean’s earthy survival thriller seems pointed towards very similar ends.—
Josh Slater-Williams,
IndieWire,
26 Feb. 2025
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Told over six episodes, the gripping limited series starring Angela Bassett, Connie Britton, Jesse Plemons and Robert De Niro meshes fact with fiction to tell this captivating and frightening life-like story about terrorism, truth, control and oversight.—
Stacy Lambe,
People.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Mesmerizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mesmerizing. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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