captivated
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The current Knicks roster has also captivated him, Mamdani said, singling out the relentless intensity of forward Josh Hart, “It is in many ways a reflection of New York City hustle,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
The carcass of a dead humpback whale whose attempted rescue captivated many across Germany has been pulled ashore.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Opie became captivated by the Arctic light during her first trip to the region more than a decade ago, and she long hoped to photograph Norway’s famous “Blue Mountains.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
His televised trial captivated viewers nationwide and Netflix and HBO rushed out docu-dramas on the case.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
She glances around, captivated by the grim awesomeness of our yard.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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