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as in spell
a spoken word or set of words believed to have magic power
entertained the children with stories about magic potions and enchantments
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as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
there's an enchantment about that handsome, young actor that audiences just adore
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as in sorcery
the power to control natural forces through supernatural means
there are people even today who claim to be skilled in enchantment
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Recent Examples of enchantment
The thought of our freedom to get outside and mingle being suppressed has a foreshadowing of doom that has smothered the enchantment of snow days.
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Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2025
So grab your favorite streaming device, line up some snacks, and let the enchantment unfold.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Sip this citrusy creation and let the ground cardamom and cinnamon add just the right touch of enchantment.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
This sumptuous adaptation of Laura Esquivel’s internationally renowned novel of love, longing, and culinary enchantment during the Mexican Revolution feels grander and more emotional—but also more thoughtfully engaged with the politics of its era—than the great 1992 film version.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2025
So grab your favorite streaming device, line up some snacks, and let the enchantment unfold.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Sip this citrusy creation and let the ground cardamom and cinnamon add just the right touch of enchantment.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
This sumptuous adaptation of Laura Esquivel’s internationally renowned novel of love, longing, and culinary enchantment during the Mexican Revolution feels grander and more emotional—but also more thoughtfully engaged with the politics of its era—than the great 1992 film version.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enchantment
Noun
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His sole Premier League appearance came against Manchester City nearly four years later and his career has included loan spells with Lincoln City, Peterborough United, MK Dons and Rotherham United.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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The company's manifesto unabashedly promotes the tool as an aid to cheating and likens its arrival to inventions like calculators, spell checkers, and Google.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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The remedies in Google's app store case are currently on hold pending appeal, but that problem is not going away.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 Apr. 2025
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Reflection and Commentary By reflecting on memories through a combination of nostalgic ocean art and Western art and engaging the viewer by commenting on societal issues and environmental concerns, Nathan’s work demonstrates significant appeal.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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His Game 2 first half was evidence that his sorcery is still capable of outpacing Father Time.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2025
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But the complexity remains transfixing, even after Errico quits the band and Stone pours his sorcery into the drum machine, a development that the film’s expert-musicians agree sets his music down a wide Yellow Brick Road.—
Wesley Morris,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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The good news is that Crocs offers a variety of shoes that go beyond the classic foam clogs with holes for charms, which look good and have the same level of support.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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This choice, along with the decision to film on real locations, enhances the magical quality and tactile charm of the film, reminiscent of '80s classics like The Labyrinth or Willow.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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The magic of Frank Lloyd Wright’s genius design is its constant sense of surprise—an effect redoubled by the work of an artist like Johnson, who moves so fluidly between media.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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The free event will bring the magic of the rainforest alive with this interactive show.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2025
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After turning undead and hiding her bite wound, Mary easily gets permission to re-enter the building, and quickly seduces Stack, before murdering him and infecting him with the vampire curse.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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And a deadly curse that turns their reality into a waking nightmare.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2025
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Rotoscope animation sets the stage for this wild 17th century look at a woman accused of witchcraft whose trial reveals the presence of a werewolf in a deeply religious Livonian community’s midst.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2025
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Rotoscope animation sets the stage for this wild 17th century look at a woman accused of witchcraft whose trial reveals the presence of a werewolf in a deeply religious Livonian community’s midst.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2025
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Always an early adopter of cutting-edge visual technology, Dea’s fascination with the blend of painting and cinematic technique began at the University of Hartford’s Hartford Art School.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2025
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Anyone who has been reading these columns knows of my fascination with history.—
Steven Desmyter,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Enchantment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enchantment. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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