mesmerizing
Frequently Asked Questions
- The film is mesmerizing—I found myself completely under its spell from start to finish.
- He is a mesmerizing speaker known for captivating his audiences.
- There are few things as mesmerizing as a flock of starlings dazzling you with its unpredictable, undulating movements.
Example Sentences
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In a similar vein to the 1992 Olympics' mesmerizing "Dream Team" of Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, the 75-year-old All-Star Game has historically helped popularize the NBA worldwide.
From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026
The listing adds, “Settle beside the living room fireplace with a good book or simply get lost in the mesmerizing view. The dining room opens onto an expansive outdoor space, ideal for entertaining.”
From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026
Seyfried’s performance is, no exaggeration, one of the finest and most mesmerizing turns any actor has given across the thriller genre.
From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026
Her ability to recall such memories with precision and discuss the way she felt at the time is mesmerizing.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2025
The slapping and dripping of food was so mesmerizing that I didn’t notice the pile of cilantro the lunch lady dumped on my serving of guacamole until I slid out of line.
From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
