as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a cult leader who attracted followers with his magnetic gaze
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Recent Examples of magnetic
The second-generation device adds magnetic adapters for a better phone fit.
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Craig Grannell, WIRED, 4 Nov. 2024
Wearing a bowler hat, his physical movements and magnetic smile often mirrored the spasmodic motion of the songs.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
Russell is dynamic, magnetic and surprisingly hilarious, still the main draw even as her co-stars get deeper backstories and plots.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024
Scorpio: Ursula from The Little Mermaid Intense, mysterious and undeniably magnetic, Scorpio would find a perfect Halloween match in Katy Perry’s portrayal of Ursula.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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Craig Grannell, WIRED, 4 Nov. 2024
Wearing a bowler hat, his physical movements and magnetic smile often mirrored the spasmodic motion of the songs.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
Russell is dynamic, magnetic and surprisingly hilarious, still the main draw even as her co-stars get deeper backstories and plots.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024
Scorpio: Ursula from The Little Mermaid Intense, mysterious and undeniably magnetic, Scorpio would find a perfect Halloween match in Katy Perry’s portrayal of Ursula.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnetic
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As the charismatic frontwoman of No Doubt and a multiplatinum solo artist, Stefani’s career has spanned decades and genres, earning numerous accolades, including four MTV Video Music Awards, two Billboard Awards an American Music Award and a Brit Award.Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
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Uncharismatic challenger: The challenging party candidate is not charismatic or a national hero.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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The progressive automaker now has attractive EVs in every corner of the U.S. market, and the return of an improved Chevy Bolt will add to that diversity.Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Turn on newer features Recent iOS and Android updates include a number of new functions designed to make thefts less attractive.Kelvin Chan, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
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This trend could reflect investor caution as higher yields make safer investments like bonds more appealing relative to equities.Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Governments are also encouraging sustainable construction through tax incentives, which makes these investments even more appealing.Johan Hajji, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Things immediately feel amiss the moment the Sisters first meet their charming tormentor.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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The two-guest home, complete with a full kitchen, is surrounded by the charming Cady Hill Forest, home to over 11 miles of trails—and a profusion of color when the leaves change each fall.Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024
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Reading this dense yet miraculously seductive book becomes an experience like Hans Castorp’s interlude on the mountain.George Packer, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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But Wainaina’s descriptions are seductive and appetizing.Alexis Okeowo, The New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Magnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnetic. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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