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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time
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as in to please
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions
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as in to occupy
to hold the attention of
a play that will enthrall you for two hours
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Recent Examples of enthrall
Ryan Murphy continues to enthrall audiences with the latest in his true crime anthology, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, which came in fourth place in its fifth week on the streamer, racking up another 5.3M views.
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2024
Van Gogh’s life and work continue to enthrall the public more than 130 years after his death.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
Bombadil is an intriguing character in the novels, with a curiously lackadaisical attitude toward the ring that enthralls nearly everyone else in Middle-earth.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2024
Swimming against the current, and splashing water in our faces, has always seems to enthrall and energize him and Smashing Pumpkins.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2024
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The county’s shift over the last decade from deeply red to a more politically and demographically diverse region has fascinated the public for years.Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 28 Nov. 2024
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Watson’s old life isn’t done with him, though – Moriarty and Watson are set to write their own chapter of a story that has fascinated audiences for more than a century.Marc Berman, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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This pleased no one, culminating in weeks of gridlock on attempts to pass France’s 2025 national budget.Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 5 Dec. 2024
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The film's release on a fully functioning limited edition tape, as well as available 4K, Blu-ray and streaming on Hulu, couldn't please director Fede Álvarez more.Simon Thompson, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Brown occupies a curious position in the vast industry of college football—both at the center of it and incidental to the massive changes wrought by conference realignment.Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2024
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The engine-and-generator room occupies about 775 square feet under the aft beach club, while the 118-square-foot fuel-cell cluster is located toward the bow.Katia Damborsky, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2024
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The song radiates good energy and the late Mayfield’s vocals have enchanted so many in the past half-decade since its release.Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
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Surrounded by stunning blue skies, craggy peaks and towering pines, my family was just as enchanted by the site as Penrose must have been a century ago.Carley Thornell, USA TODAY, 20 Nov. 2024
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Guests will be delighted by the cranberry filling that’s hidden inside, and the Whipped Cream Frosting won’t deflate thanks to our secret ingredient—white chocolate instant pudding mix.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
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Fans were surprised and delighted by the new album.Daysia Tolentino, NBC News, 22 Nov. 2024
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Inclusive leadership involves creating an environment where everyone's voice is valued and respected, despite obstacles such as stress, speed and lack of mindfulness.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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So obviously that involves directing, writer-directing, on my part.Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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As Wicked continues to enrapture audiences, expect the soundtrack to perform strongly as the film barrels towards the Oscars stage next March.Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024
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These execs, people who were used to having words hurled at them all day long, were enraptured by this sudden shift in delivery.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024
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But the Mets had indicated to Holmes during their meeting with him that they were intrigued by his potential as a starting pitcher.Will Sammon, The Athletic, 7 Dec. 2024
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He’s intrigued, and, knowing Ruth is in dire straits, asks her to come aboard.Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Enthrall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthrall. Accessed 14 Dec. 2024.
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