as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
people always remarked on the cult leader's seductive personality
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This sleek dress has such a seductive appeal, while the faux leather material ensures a subtle stretch for comfortable wear.
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Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
And then finally, for an evening look, layering it with a smoky, spicy perfume such as Tom Ford’s Tobacco Vanille elevates the amber and cocoa in Goddess Intense, creating a seductive, unforgettable scent combination.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
Since every birthday party on The Challenge has turned into an amateur drag show, Michele first enjoys a seductive private dance from Cara’s drag alter ego Karl, and is then escorted up to the bedroom, which is decked out in pink balloons and unicorn decorations.
—Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
And what better way to lift a mood this season than with warm, moody, and seductive scents?
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
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Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
And then finally, for an evening look, layering it with a smoky, spicy perfume such as Tom Ford’s Tobacco Vanille elevates the amber and cocoa in Goddess Intense, creating a seductive, unforgettable scent combination.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
Since every birthday party on The Challenge has turned into an amateur drag show, Michele first enjoys a seductive private dance from Cara’s drag alter ego Karl, and is then escorted up to the bedroom, which is decked out in pink balloons and unicorn decorations.
—Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
And what better way to lift a mood this season than with warm, moody, and seductive scents?
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 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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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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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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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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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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Shooting for the Sky (Islands) For the past year, senior environment reporter Brandon Loomis and photojournalist Mark Henle have island hopped through some of Arizona's most spectacular and fascinating landscapes: the Madrean Sky Islands.Shaun McKinnon, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Covid lockdown may have played a role in this, but there’s something newly romantic and alluring about being enveloped in a community of fellow misfits — and in person, decades removed from Zoom group chats.David Browne, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
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Aside from add-ons, the ship provides visually alluring vibes with artwork featuring characters and stories.Leslie D. Rose, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Seductive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seductive. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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