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as in to possess
to cast a spell on
a Wiccan who believes that it is indeed possible to bewitch someone
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as in to fascinate
to attract or delight as if by magic
an animated film that bewitches children and adults alike
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Recent Examples of bewitch
The actress and singer has been sharing plenty of behind-the-scenes moments along the way, including a photo posted today that offers a peek at the hair styling tools behind her bewitching updos and soft glam waves.
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Brittany Loggins, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
Aldo’s Wicked collaboration, which releases on October 17, is full of bewitching shoes, handbags, jewelry, and more accessories, like hair bows and sunglasses.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Tia Mowry had to stand in for twin sister Tamera Mowry-Housley during a scene in Twitches, but, much to her surprise, not even a fake mole could bewitch audiences into believing it.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024
Why this newer holiday tradition is more burdensome than bewitching.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 14 Oct. 2024
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Brittany Loggins, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
Aldo’s Wicked collaboration, which releases on October 17, is full of bewitching shoes, handbags, jewelry, and more accessories, like hair bows and sunglasses.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Tia Mowry had to stand in for twin sister Tamera Mowry-Housley during a scene in Twitches, but, much to her surprise, not even a fake mole could bewitch audiences into believing it.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024
Why this newer holiday tradition is more burdensome than bewitching.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 14 Oct. 2024
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The opulent color possesses surreal and otherworldly qualities—traits that align with consumers’ desire for products and experiences that tap into the senses.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
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Bill Thomas was focused on content, narrative and storytelling, elements that Romero possessed in abundance.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 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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As auroras form, Earth's magnetic field redirects the particles toward the poles through a process that produces a stunning display of rays, spirals and flickers that have fascinated humans for millennia.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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Prior to the elections, immigrant rights groups warned that Trump’s return to power would spell devastation for immigrant communities.Robert Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 25 Nov. 2024
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The Bucks, meanwhile, employ a fun bench that has helped spell Damian Lillard’s cold stretch.Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
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While defensive coordinators certainly focus on Jeanty, the reciever believes teams are also enticed by the opportunity to dash the running back's Heisman Trophy dreams.Chantz Martin, Fox News, 7 Nov. 2024
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By not coming to the region, Smith said Harris and Trump missed an opportunity to hear local concerns and entice local voters to go to the polls.Terry Collins, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
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After Shaw takes a leap of faith and seduces Rule, the two attempt to navigate a romantic relationship, with significant drama along the way.Tommy McArdle, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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Seeing through their age’s markers of value was no barrier to being seduced.Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
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On a recent visit to Parma, I was enchanted by the city’s elegant piazzas and streets lined with boutiques, restaurants, and bars.Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2024
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Using Christina Ricci's Cat Full of Spiders deck, here's what Halloween has in store for you, according to a tarot reader Comments With Halloween approaching, an eerie yet enchanting energy crackles through the air, instilling a sense of anticipation and mystery.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
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Maroon and gold balloons, streamers and signs decked the student union at Huston-Tillotson University on Friday as the president's Jazz Collective charmed the crowd to the dance floor.Lily Kepner, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
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Fans flooded the comments, charmed by the display of pure affection.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 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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“Bewitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bewitch. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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