spellbind
verb
spell·bind
ˈspel-ˌbīnd 
spellbound
ˈspel-ˌbau̇nd
; spellbinding
; spellbinding
: to bind or hold by or as if by a spell
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the tale about pirates and their buried treasure had completely spellbound the children
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David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Dec. 2024
Goblet glassware or an emerald green vase will also add a touch of spellbinding energy to a home.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
Advent Zagreb, Croatia Step into the spirit of the season with Advent Zagreb, a spellbinding 40-day celebration transforming the city into a luminous wonderland, ranking repeatedly among Europe’s top festive destinations.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Hilton is offering up a spellbinding Wicked suite at New York Hilton Midtown, where guests can ‘Stay Like’ Wicked between November 21-January 5.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 Nov. 2024
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spellbind
verb
spell·bind
ˈspel-ˌbīnd
spellbound
-ˌbau̇nd
; spellbinding
; spellbinding
: to hold by or as if by a spell : fascinate
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