captivated
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Begley has captivated crowds on stages all over the world, performing everywhere from Wembley Stadium to Nashville, Tennessee.
From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026
In India, the film has invited comparisons with earlier adaptations, particularly Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan, which captivated the country nearly four decades ago with simple sets and special effects that now seem quaint.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
In a separate room with bunk beds for napping, younger children sat on a pink-and-blue mat, captivated by a teacher reading them a story.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
The casting directors were captivated by his energy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
Kathy had no real inkling that they had made a great impression on Yuko, but Yuko was captivated.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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