as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a captivating performance by the young singing sensation
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
the clown captivated the toddlers with his balloon tricks
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Recent Examples of captivating
Scott Travers, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Sophisticated in both its lyrics and production, the song is a captivating fusion of reggaetón, salsa and Afrobeats.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
Jessica Hullinger, theweek, 27 Nov. 2024
As the star of Prime Video’s captivating new series, the actress explains how authenticity drives the show’s success.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Nov. 2024
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The land down under has its fair share of natural wonders that are captivating, and sometimes downright frightening.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Sophisticated in both its lyrics and production, the song is a captivating fusion of reggaetón, salsa and Afrobeats.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
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The rest of the weekend did not disappoint with captivating talks about the hunt for Earth's twin planet and how artificial intelligence is transforming astrophysics for the better.
—Jessica Hullinger, theweek, 27 Nov. 2024
As the star of Prime Video’s captivating new series, the actress explains how authenticity drives the show’s success.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Nov. 2024
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Use eco-friendly materials and design practices to create a visually appealing and environmentally responsible retail space.Yuriy Boykiv, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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However, Jack Curry said Monday on the YES Network that the cost to acquire first basemen via free agency — Curry specifically mentioned Walker — is no proving no less appealing to the Yankees thus far in the offseason.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Cruise is on charismatic form as the hotshot sports agent forced to start his own management firm when he's fired from his job.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Corden plays Smithy, Gavin’s charismatic and food-lover of a best friend, while his Barry counterpart is Jones, playing Nessa: an enigmatic, unyielding black-bobbed woman with a deadpan tone and a thick Welsh accent to boot.Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Dec. 2024
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This may be a hot take, but not all cooking tools and kitchen gadgets are worth splurging on—even the ones that seem enticing at first.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
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Art Deco is enticing in art and in theaters, not so much in a home with drooling pets and messy toddlers.Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Here is the poem’s first radical choice: Satan is its most attractive character, not despite his envy or his desire for revenge but because of it.Merve Emre, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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Teenagers spent an average of 4.8 hours each day on social media platforms, with YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat found to be the most attractive to younger users.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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From his early days charming audiences as a contestant on The X Factor to fronting the beloved Irish group Shillelagh Law, Leonard has proven himself as a versatile artist with a knack for storytelling and an undeniable stage presence.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 20 Dec. 2024
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The story highlights themes of kindness, family and the joy of the Hanukkah tradition of making latkes and is accompanied by charming illustrations.Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024
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Easton offers readers a delightful rom-com that is both an enchanting escape and a celebration of unexpected connection and the value of family.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Porto Santo, Madeira Islands, Portugal For a sunny New Year’s Eve, treat yourself to a stay on the enchanting island of Porto Santo, part of the Madeira archipelago.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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OpenAI's transformation from a nonprofit research laboratory established in 2015 to a pioneering force in artificial intelligence presents a fascinating case study in technological evolution, intellectual property, and organizational governance.Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Each book is full of mini-dramas with clear stakes that all layer together to create a full and fascinating picture of how power works in politics.Vox Staff, Vox, 23 Dec. 2024
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Hilton received plenty of praise on social media for her seductive holiday look.Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 25 Dec. 2024
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This means rejecting, with resolute conviction, the seductive allure of victimhood and its tacit relinquishment of personal agency.Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Captivating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/captivating. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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