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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
don't let their promises of immense riches bedazzle you
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Recent Examples of bedazzle
The look featured a pair of high-waisted bottoms and bra top, both bedazzled with crystals, sparkling chains and gem-like details.
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Catherine Santino, People.com, 13 May 2025
The higher, shinier, and more bedazzled, the better.
—Essence, 28 May 2025
The full skirt and tailored jacket were a repudiation of the war's utilitarian styles and an embrace of extravagance.
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Nicole Scherzinger
Newly minted Tony nominee Nicole Scherzinger brought Old Hollywood glamour and drama to the carpet with her tailored and bedazzled pinstripe gown.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 May 2025
At Radio City, nearly everything onstage seemed to have been bedazzled, including Moroney’s outfit, her microphone stand, and one of her guitars.
—Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
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Catherine Santino, People.com, 13 May 2025
The higher, shinier, and more bedazzled, the better.
—Essence, 28 May 2025
The full skirt and tailored jacket were a repudiation of the war's utilitarian styles and an embrace of extravagance.
20 of 20
Nicole Scherzinger
Newly minted Tony nominee Nicole Scherzinger brought Old Hollywood glamour and drama to the carpet with her tailored and bedazzled pinstripe gown.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 May 2025
At Radio City, nearly everything onstage seemed to have been bedazzled, including Moroney’s outfit, her microphone stand, and one of her guitars.
—Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for bedazzle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedazzle
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Long fascinated by the moa, Jackson and Walsh have been collecting bones of the extinct bird for years.—
Degen Pener,
HollywoodReporter,
8 July 2025
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Michael Karin has long been fascinated by what happens when inflammation — ideally a short-term burst of biological activity to promote healing or fight infection — turns chronic and potentially deadly.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 July 2025
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With heavy rainfall, capable of causing localized flash flooding and hazardous travel, being the primary threat, the National Weather Service (NWS) is warning drivers of potential hazards such as slick roads and blinding downpours, recommending caution in urban, low-lying, or poor drainage areas.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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One protester was permanently blinded, another killed, and many injured.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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In this enchanting new adventure, Princess Tiana brings her whole community together for a spectacular parade.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
11 July 2025
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Here's to the tracks with enchanting bridges, haunting vocals and vault tracks have felt like secret letters.—
Bryan West,
The Tennessean,
10 July 2025
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The Bulls acquired him in August 2021 in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans, and Ball initially dazzled in Chicago, slinging end-to-end passes and moving with the ball like it was attached to a string in the palm of his hand.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2025
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With a cast of more than 25 actors with speaking roles, the movie dazzled audiences around the world to the tune of $975 million at the worldwide box office.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
24 June 2025
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Marking a new musical chapter for the layered artist, Bey’s rawness and hypnotizing storytelling dominate the LP.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2025
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Her content is breathtaking, hypnotizing — and yes, slightly frightening — but nonetheless beautiful.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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The Princess of Wales also stunned in a gold cape dress for the No Time to Die James Bond premiere in 2021 and for a 2023 State Visit by the South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Friends told me of arriving at a familiar spot for the first time after the cease-fire and being stunned by the sight of buildings ripped open by a blast.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
11 July 2025
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“Bedazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedazzle. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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