be captivated by
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Pulling back the curtain on an often mysterious and misunderstood genre, the series gives glimpses into why fans around the world continue to be captivated by K-pop’s fandom, high-octane performances and stimulating cross-cultural experiences.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2024
"It's the first time for God knows how long that the four belts are on the line. Both fighters are undefeated. The whole world of boxing will be captivated by this fight."
From BBC • Aug. 22, 2022
But no clinical psychology degree is necessary to be captivated by “Dana H.”
From Washington Post • Oct. 18, 2021
I came to be captivated by these uncanny orbs, which, in terms of their classification, occupy a boundary zone between stars and planets.
From Scientific American • Aug. 16, 2021
I pretend to be captivated by something way off in the distance as I pass by Bob at the gold mine, careful not to make eye contact with him.
From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling
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