captivated
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The first is Babel, the story of builders so captivated by their own ambition that they never pause to ask what they are building or whom it serves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Opie became captivated by the Arctic light during her first trip to the region more than a decade ago, and she long hoped to photograph Norway’s famous “Blue Mountains.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
Once a powerful lawyer, the 56-year-old and his legal troubles captivated a global audience and inspired documentaries, podcasts and book deals.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
His televised trial captivated viewers nationwide and Netflix and HBO rushed out docu-dramas on the case.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
I remember a time when a magnificent blue sky, chirping birds, moonlight and budding blossoms wouldn’t have captivated me.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
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