1
as in allurement
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2
as in fascination
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beguilement
Noun
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This experimental approach is characteristic of Ulvaeus’s career-long fascination with technological innovation.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 June 2025 -
At a time when Cold War tensions heightened curiosity and suspicion about all things Soviet, American consumers flocked to the new vodka as an edgy, exotic choice—drinking vodka became simultaneously an act of defiance and fascination.—
Time,
Time,
4 June 2025
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Amazon recently paid to air old episodes of The Apprentice, Trump’s 2004-2017 reality TV show, on Prime Video—another way to send both money and flattery to the president.—
Ashley Belanger,
Ars Technica,
20 Mar. 2025
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Sometimes my brother steals my puns, which should be the greatest form of flattery.—
Elana Rabinowitz,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
Noun
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That spirit still pervades a place of rare enchantment, where guests are made to feel like part of an extended family.—
Lee Marshall,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2025
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Gouveia is hopeful that in a world increasingly beset with trouble, more of us can find wonder — and enchantment — in the challenge.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
12 Jan. 2025
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Through her storytelling and focus on intentional design choices, Markle encourages viewers to consider how their homes reflect their heritage, values, and personal histories, and how to use their spaces to express themselves as well as build connection and endearment with loved ones.—
Britney Porter,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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This is how pet names become a trap — when terms of endearment shift from genuine affection to strategic tools.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The goalkeeper smiled and in a typical Martinez manner, bathed in the adulation of a fanbase who adore him.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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The performance glided to a close with all seven men reclining on one elbow on the stage before popping up for a last run of perfectly synched choreo and a final straight line pose to soak up the adulation.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Yet, later on, these clueless men find enlightenment at the expense of a young Indian boy’s life.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
30 May 2025
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The jury is still out on whether pork ribs lacquered in lemongrass barbecue sauce provide spiritual enlightenment, but the tender meat is a master class in balancing sweet and savory.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 May 2025
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Impressed by the senator’s blandishments, the egoistic journalist argues military strategy and then faces a moment of conscience.—
Armond White,
National Review,
17 May 2023
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People want to hear blandishments about engagement and infrastructure.—
Rory Smith,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2023
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The ever-expanding John Wick franchise is founded on our suspension of disbelief.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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But the episode, and Season 3, end there, with Ginny and Georgia looking at each other in disbelief.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
5 June 2025
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“Beguilement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beguilement. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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