captivate
Example Sentences
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The Pima County Sheriff has become the face of the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a mystery that has captivated the nation.
The kidnapping drama has captivated the nation, but there have been relatively few leads.
From Los Angeles Times
It tells the story of the chart race that was the climax of an at-times acrimonious beef between Britpop's biggest beasts, which split fans and captivated the media.
From BBC
The kidnapping drama has captivated the nation but until now there have been relatively few leads.
From Los Angeles Times
Meanwhile, the story lines on the ice and snow have captivated people around the world, whether they’re following along on their phones or flipping through the pink pages of La Gazzetta dello Sport.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
