- present participle of captivate.
captivating
Example Sentences
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Being in Midtown on the later side has its perks: Captivating sunsets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026
Regardless of how promising the conceit may seem — it’s based on a book titled “Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy,” after all — this is American history for fashion influencers.
From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026
Captivating but confusing - what state is international rugby in?
From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025
Captivating images by Associated Press photographers show everyday Ukrainians taking up arms as civilian soldiers to repel a Russian invasion.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 27, 2022
No,—but purely, lovely singing, Captivating every heart, Honor to the master bringing, Glorifying German art— Did the Mastersong resound.
From Life of Wagner Biographies of Musicians by Nohl, Louis
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