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be captivated by





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"It's the first time for God knows how long that the four belts are on the line. Both fighters are undefeated. The whole world of boxing will be captivated by this fight."

From BBC Aug. 22, 2022

But no clinical psychology degree is necessary to be captivated by “Dana H.”

From Washington Post Oct. 18, 2021

I came to be captivated by these uncanny orbs, which, in terms of their classification, occupy a boundary zone between stars and planets.

From Scientific American Aug. 16, 2021

To that end, although target audiences will likely be captivated by the film’s swoony, emotionally authentic elements, viewers are urged to pay close attention to the little things — they resonate.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 19, 2019

As Stick went on, I let myself be captivated by his words, swept into his vision of the movement.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon




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