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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
Just as the Catholic Church would hold a perverse appeal to the decadents of the period, eventually drawing in figures as seemingly resistant as Oscar Wilde and Aubrey Beardsley, anarchism held out a similar enchantment at the other end of the political spectrum.
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Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
The event, with the theme the Greatest Place on Earth, brought together a network of donors, volunteers,and friends of The Arc of San Diego for an evening of enchantment and a celebration of giving.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025
Now, families will be able to new memories experiencing the enchantment at home.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 7 May 2025
Events, craft cocktails, and oceanfront dining in style The same Hotel del Coronado enchantment that makes a vacation here dreamy has inspired unique culinary experiences for generations.
—AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
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Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
The event, with the theme the Greatest Place on Earth, brought together a network of donors, volunteers,and friends of The Arc of San Diego for an evening of enchantment and a celebration of giving.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025
Now, families will be able to new memories experiencing the enchantment at home.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 7 May 2025
Events, craft cocktails, and oceanfront dining in style The same Hotel del Coronado enchantment that makes a vacation here dreamy has inspired unique culinary experiences for generations.
—AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enchantment
Noun
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Ultimately, in order to protect the world from multiversal chaos, Peter Parker must allow the Sorcerer Supreme to complete the spell.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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Sit for a spell on the gracious front porch or have a meal in the elegant onsite eatery.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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The appeal will also involve an oral argument during which attorneys for the NFL and NFLPA field questions from the panel.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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Additionally, weaker interest rates often result in a softer U.S. dollar, enhancing the appeal of alternative stores of value.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Both ancient and modern pieces are curated into exhibits about sorcery, motherhood, or high-fashion gowns.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
17 Apr. 2025
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His putting is and will always be capable of sorcery.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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The track bursts with a childlike charm and endearing lyrics, written in part by members Sunwoo and Eric. 10.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Lily Hall and Celestine Bed & Breakfast both deliver boutique charm and thoughtful extras.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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Sadly, there’s almost zero magic in Gunn’s Superman.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
11 July 2025
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There’s also a magic and a camaraderie that comes from working together on a small team on something.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
11 July 2025
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Ancient 'pharaoh's curse' fungus shows promise in killing cancer cells.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2025
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The song breaks Booth's life-defining generational curse.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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But, social media has made witchcraft more popular and accessible.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
22 June 2025
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Fun fact: The real Mary Stuart’s parliament was the one that made witchcraft punishable by death and started the witch hunts in Scotland.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2025
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All kinds of vehicles hold a special fascination for kids, trucks in particular.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
11 July 2025
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Trump's fascination for mixed martial arts goes back years and his support for fighting sports goes back even further to his days hosting WrestleMania in Atlantic City, N.J. in 1988.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
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“Enchantment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enchantment. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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