as in to fascinate
to attract or delight as if by magic
the clown captivated the toddlers with his balloon tricks
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as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
by some mysterious method of captivation, the therapist is able to evoke a response from even the shiest of children
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Recent Examples of captivate
Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Ever since 1911, when the Dutch scientist Heike Kamerlingh Onnes first saw electrical resistance vanish, superconductivity has captivated physicists.
—Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
Whether you’re drawn to her Kate Moss Fragrance, inspired by her supermodel success story, or captivated by this latest collaboration, one thing is clear: the Kate Moss x Zara collection is a masterclass in branding, style, and the enduring power of reinvention.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Internet Obsessed With Affectionate Parents: 'This Is Wealth' By Soo Kim
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A viral video showcasing a touching example of parental sacrifice has captivated viewers on TikTok.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
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Touches like that indicate a confidence that could result in top-notch pop music — and Rosie more than fulfills that promise because of its solid songwriting and the captivating woman at the album’s center.
—Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Ever since 1911, when the Dutch scientist Heike Kamerlingh Onnes first saw electrical resistance vanish, superconductivity has captivated physicists.
—Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
Whether you’re drawn to her Kate Moss Fragrance, inspired by her supermodel success story, or captivated by this latest collaboration, one thing is clear: the Kate Moss x Zara collection is a masterclass in branding, style, and the enduring power of reinvention.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Internet Obsessed With Affectionate Parents: 'This Is Wealth' By Soo Kim
Life and Trends Reporter
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A viral video showcasing a touching example of parental sacrifice has captivated viewers on TikTok.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
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Fishing for microbes For years, Irene Salinas has been fascinated by a simple physiological fact: The distance between the nose and the brain is quite small.Yasemin Saplakoglu, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
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Gates said he was fascinated by her retelling of the upheaval during the 1960s, all seen through her own eyes as the wife of an aide to both John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson during their respective time in the Oval Office.Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2024
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Per the outlet, the ruling was later reversed by a district court of appeal, on the basis that a tax rebate in a 1996 Disney expansion deal passed by the Anaheim City Council.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Surely, the government could force insurers to facilitate the process and resolve appeals promptly.John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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Email newsletters are admittedly pretty common, but those that entice audiences to routinely click through and engage with their content are a rare breed.Jodi Amendola, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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China extends visa-free transit policy China has tripled the amount of time visitors can spend in the country without a visa in yet another move to entice more foreign tourists.Alexandra Banner, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
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Beginning with the young Erik Weisz’s (Houdini’s real name) journey to fame and long lasting fascination, the project from The Color Purple and Dopesick producers is set to be written by John Wick Chapter 4 and The Three Musketeers scribes Michael Finch and Alex Litvak.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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Carnegie Mellon University English professor Kathy M. Newman said their popularity may just be a part of America’s longtime fascination with unique religious or cultural groups.Alicia Park, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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These thrilling family trips run the gamut from Arctic expeditions led by expert guides to sojourns that trace storybook towns and enchanting castles along Europe’s legendary rivers.Kerry Spencer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024
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Of course, there’s plenty of cheer for the rest of the month, too, thanks to Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village, a hub of holiday magic with enchanting attractions for all ages.Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024
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Writer-director Margolin based the character on his real grandmother, Thelma Post, and the low-budget indie charmed the festival circuit before grossing over $12 million at the box office.Jenelle Riley, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
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Disney’s surfer girl sequel continues to charm with a current international weekend of $57.2M from 52 offshore markets (-44%).Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 15 Dec. 2024
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Endrick became one of the main attractions on Madrid’s pre-season tour of the United States in the absence of other big names such as Jude Bellingham and Mbappe, who joined pre-season later than other players due to their nations going deep at the European Championship.Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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The timing couldn’t be better considering the Rock Center Christmas tree is up and tourists, domestic and international, have been flooding the area to see the many Midtown holiday attractions.David Moin, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
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But in Beverly Hills, the institutions still endure and keep finding new ways to delight their guests.Andy Wang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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From classic comfort food to gourmet delights, these local restaurants are offering mouthwatering to-go meals that'll make your holiday season a whole lot easier (and tastier).Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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