as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
visitors have long found the Highlands of Scotland to be an enchanting place
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
the child actress enchanted audiences with her bubbly personality
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as in possessing
to cast a spell on
out of spite, the jealous queen enchanted her chief rival for the title of the fairest one of all
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as in mesmerizing
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
the tales about the young wizard have enchanted children around the globe
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Recent Examples of enchanting
Caroline Reid, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
At only 18 years old, the artist born Dylan Zambrano can easily navigate from a potent freestyle to an enchanting chanteo — all backed by his smooth, deep vocals.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024
The amusement park transforms into an enchanting holiday wonderland with more than seven million lights.
—Jordan Kellogg, The Enquirer, 24 Nov. 2024
Craft shimmery potions and recite the secret spell to free the enchanting Pixie Supreme from her magical mirror.
—Kayla Kitts, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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This reveals that women’s average hourly pay on the crew of Wicked was 6.6% higher than men’s which is an enchanting achievement, especially when compared to other productions which have been billed as diversity showcases.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
At only 18 years old, the artist born Dylan Zambrano can easily navigate from a potent freestyle to an enchanting chanteo — all backed by his smooth, deep vocals.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024
The amusement park transforms into an enchanting holiday wonderland with more than seven million lights.
—Jordan Kellogg, The Enquirer, 24 Nov. 2024
Craft shimmery potions and recite the secret spell to free the enchanting Pixie Supreme from her magical mirror.
—Kayla Kitts, People.com, 21 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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Stange faces an additional misdemeanor charge for possessing a weapon in a weapon-free zone, after police allegedly found a gun in her car.Violet Ikonomova, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
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This could lead to a use of even more powerful nuclear weapons that could draw other countries possessing them to enter the fray in a defensive posture.Bishop Peter A. Rosazza, Hartford Courant, 23 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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And inside the charming Laurel Canyon home of Aurora James, a contemporary conservatory shower awaits in the primary bathroom.Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 19 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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This bewitching fusion of introspection and avant-garde musicality solidifies Peluso's status as one of Latin music's brightest trailblazers.Pamela Avila, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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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.Brittany Loggins, WWD, 18 Oct. 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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Plus, pop duo NEW YORK gave a captivating live performance on the dancefloor.Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 20 Dec. 2024
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The story is captivating for anyone who loves words and language, but a must-have for anyone looking to improve their Italian and feel a little less alone in that journey.Sophie Dodd, Bon Appétit, 11 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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“Enchanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enchanting. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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