riveted
Example Sentences
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He watched — riveted — as his favorite Edmonton Oilers missed winning the 2006 Cup Final against Carolina by a game.
From Seattle Times
At birthday parties, the child hovers near the dessert table, riveted by the cake instead of playing with friends.
From Washington Post
On Friday members of the jury were riveted when Paltrow said on the stand that she initially thought she was being “violated” when the collision began.
From Seattle Times
In December 2015, news that Carter, then 91, had recovered from advanced melanoma — previously a death sentence — riveted the nation.
From Washington Post
Talking about the importance of biodiversity and sustainability might not wow young kids or keep them riveted, but adorable, tiny baby animals might.
From New York Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
