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captivating

[kap-tuh-vey-ting] / ˈkæp təˌveɪ tɪŋ /








ADJECTIVE
endearing
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As mentioned, Mr. Eberhardt is so captivating as the jovial, word-drunk Mercutio that he draws our attention whenever he’s onstage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

If the internet rumor mill is to be believed, there’s no way that 20-year-old Kane Parsons actually directed his captivating debut feature, “Backrooms.”

From Salon • May 30, 2026

When they first started hosting these events, Bowens wasn’t sure how captivating they’d be.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

A captivating obituary doesn’t just summarize one’s life.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

But publishers found the account less than captivating.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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