1
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
Halloween remains popular in Ireland to this day, with a number of bewitching celebrations, elaborate parades and state-of-the-art pyrotechnics shows throughout the country in late October and early November.
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Brittany Anas, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Inspired by one of MCU’s most notorious witches, this one-of-a-kind deck invites fans to journey down the Witches’ Road with 78 cards featuring nods to Agatha Harkness and her bewitching aesthetic.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
Paul Bettany is among those bewitched by Agatha All Along.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 26 Oct. 2024
Ideal for: Stylish types bewitched by the 20th century’s greatest fashion designers.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 13 June 2024
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Brittany Anas, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Inspired by one of MCU’s most notorious witches, this one-of-a-kind deck invites fans to journey down the Witches’ Road with 78 cards featuring nods to Agatha Harkness and her bewitching aesthetic.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
Paul Bettany is among those bewitched by Agatha All Along.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 26 Oct. 2024
Ideal for: Stylish types bewitched by the 20th century’s greatest fashion designers.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 13 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bewitch
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Who'll win week 1 Schools officials describe Davis as an accomplished photographer, videographer, filmmaker and editor who possesses incredible skill in the technical performing arts, Green Hill High School Counseling Secretary Amy Brewer said.Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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These decisions, while challenging, create opportunities to rebuild the team with individuals who possess specific skills and mindsets critical to the company's recovery.Marek Niedzwiedz, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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As a venture investor who is always looking for the next breakthrough in medical technology – like CRISPR — I’m particularly fascinated by early-stage life science developments that could shift paradigms.Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Cybertrucks are here, and we are fascinated by them.Longreads, Longreads, 19 Dec. 2024
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Marsh figures to see the majority of time in center, while Johan Rojas could spell him against lefties.Matt Gelb, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Many Cubans say a second Trump term — combined with their own government’s resistance to make meaningful economic reforms — could spell the worst crisis in their lives.Patrick Oppmann, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
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Young could use a co-star and the Hawks have some pieces that could entice opposing teams.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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But with the holiday now over, retailers are beginning to roll out their post-Christmas sales, aiming to entice shoppers to spend more.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 26 Dec. 2024
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Satan’s seduction of Eve had to define the very idea of what seduction was: an act of irresistible trickery on the part of the seducer; a moral and an intellectual failing on the part of the seduced.Merve Emre, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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James is on a mission to destroy his enemy Peter and decides seducing his 20-year-old daughter, Wendy, is his ticket to revenge.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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The affair includes Lafayette, whom Claire met (and was enchanted by) that afternoon at the market.Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 27 Dec. 2024
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New, enchanting flavors abound with every captivating sip; complex, creamy, fruity, and spicy notes are expressed with each welcome return to the glass.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Lee continues to charm audiences in South Korea, recently starring in Investigation Team Leader 1958 and the show Renting Room in Finland.Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 26 Dec. 2024
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Samuel shows up at her home, ostensibly for some sort of IT security fix for her laptop or something, charms her husband and daughters — and horrifies Romy.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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After the Chiefs defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 29-10 on Christmas Day, Reid, 66, delighted his players — including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes — when the head coach donned a Santa Claus outfit in the locker room.Natasha Dye, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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Jean Brodie and Violet Grantham are but two creations in an extraordinary career spanning decades and delighting audiences across the globe.Christy Piña, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Bewitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bewitch. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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