as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts
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as in seduction
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
a quaint seaside village that charms all who visit it
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as in possessing
to cast a spell on
in one version of the tale, it is a vengeful fairy who charms Sleeping Beauty so that she falls into a sleep for a hundred years
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Recent Examples of charming
Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
All easily accessible by car from Boston, these charming little cities bring the holiday magic to life with activities such as a holiday trolley ride with the Good Witch of Salem, a candlelight walk in Portsmouth, and a special visit from Santa in Kennebunkport, who arrives by lobster boat.
—Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 9 Nov. 2024
Things immediately feel amiss the moment the Sisters first meet their charming tormentor.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
The two-guest home, complete with a full kitchen, is surrounded by the charming Cady Hill Forest, home to over 11 miles of trails—and a profusion of color when the leaves change each fall.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
Those just visiting Charlottetown will enjoy wandering around a charming, mostly flat town with ample restaurants, bookshops and other attractions.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
All easily accessible by car from Boston, these charming little cities bring the holiday magic to life with activities such as a holiday trolley ride with the Good Witch of Salem, a candlelight walk in Portsmouth, and a special visit from Santa in Kennebunkport, who arrives by lobster boat.
—Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 9 Nov. 2024
Things immediately feel amiss the moment the Sisters first meet their charming tormentor.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
The two-guest home, complete with a full kitchen, is surrounded by the charming Cady Hill Forest, home to over 11 miles of trails—and a profusion of color when the leaves change each fall.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charming
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Musawi’s assassination led to the rise of the more charismatic Nasrallah.Sarah E. Parkinson, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2024
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Engage in rhetoric that’s challenging, charismatic and caring.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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Scenes of celebration, public adoration, seduction and romance mingle in the film’s tease – as its lead traverses a thorny yet exhilarating path toward self-acceptance.Holly Jones, Variety, 16 Oct. 2024
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With Venus casting its love spell through Scorpio, the magic of intensity and seduction permeate through the air.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Having the most accurate real-time view of the market and your portfolio, as well as possessing the ability to predict future activity, provides an unparalleled level of insight for CRE owners and operators.Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Thirteen states – including New York, Wisconsin and California, where the three minors were killed by police this year – have laws against underage children buying or possessing pellet or BB guns without parental supervision.Cait Bladt, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
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There is consensus among investors that a single English language word boosts your chances of receiving funding, which makes a .ai domain all the more appealing, as there’s more single-word availability under this extension.Darpan Munjal, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Schur’s new series, the Netflix comedy A Man on the Inside, reunites him with Good Place co-star Ted Danson, and approaches many of the same ideas in a very different, but still hugely appealing way.Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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This is one reason leeward ridges are so attractive to deer.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
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The cartoon game will run on ESPN2, Disney+ and ESPN+, the latest attempt by ESPN to devise new sports formats that are more attractive to young children and their families, perhaps, than the real thing.Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
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This approach ensures a mood that complements each casino’s unique ambiance, engages the clientele and enhances their experience, enticing them to remain on the property longer and spend more.Nathan Green, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2024
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These waterproof shoes come with a laundry list of enticing features, the first being a special Vibram Ecostep Recycle outsole, which provides grip on wet and dry surfaces.Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
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The actress and singer has been sharing plenty of behind-the-scenes moments along the way, including a photo posted today that offers a peek at the hair styling tools behind her bewitching updos and soft glam waves.Brittany Loggins, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
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Aldo’s Wicked collaboration, which releases on October 17, is full of bewitching shoes, handbags, jewelry, and more accessories, like hair bows and sunglasses.Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 16 Oct. 2024
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That’s because what’s up onscreen is absolutely enchanting, a big-screen musical extravaganza that whisks you away from everyday cares, and belts it out at all the appropriate times.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
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The amusement park transforms into an enchanting holiday wonderland with more than seven million lights.Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Charming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charming. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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