smitten with

Example Sentences

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But he quickly was smitten with the game and the tournament — so much so he has attended every World Cup since 1990.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The Wall Street Journal reported this week that Trump is so smitten with his Florsheim dress shoes that he shod his whole Cabinet in the same footwear.

From Slate • Mar. 14, 2026

And it’s not just because they’re smitten with Shakespeare’s pretty words.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Chloe said Margaret was "absolutely smitten" with the new addition.

From BBC • Nov. 2, 2024

The old gentleman liked the fun, and amused himself by sending odd bundles, mysterious messages, and funny telegrams, and his gardener, who was smitten with Hannah’s charms, actually sent a love letter to Jo’s care.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott