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captivate

[kap-tuh-veyt] / ˈkæp təˌveɪt /


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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 The Wall Street Journal

And in her captivating interpretation, Fennell makes her viewers feel everything.

From Salon

Yet there are still few answers in the search for “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, a case that has captivated the country.

From The Wall Street Journal

Precious metals have captivated people for centuries and continue to play a role in the modern world—as portfolio diversification, as a hedge against inflation, as a haven during tumultuous times and for industrial uses.

From The Wall Street Journal

An acrobatic closing section featuring a backflip, aerial twist and a one-armed cartwheel captivated the crowd, who cheered wildly.

From Barron's