be smitten

Example Sentences

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Kate is witty and headstrong and focused on her family’s needs more than her own, and he can’t help but be smitten by it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2022

Still, you’ll be smitten with its engaging handling, simple convertible top operation, and all-around fun when cruising around your favorite roads and highways.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2022

Francisco Mojica was not the first to see CRISPR, but he was probably the first to be smitten by it.

From Nature • Jan. 11, 2017

“We have seen a tremendous growth,” said Lang, who hopes people who come to the markets for the first time will be smitten and return.

From Washington Times • Aug. 23, 2014

Sounds shaped themselves into something like articulation, and the following couplet was distinctly heard:— "While the eagle is in his nest, the eaglet shall not prevail, Nor shall the eagle be smitten in his eyrie."

From The Legendary and Poetical Remains of John Roby author of 'Traditions of Lancashire', with a sketch of his literary life and character by Roby, John