thrall

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And when she finally reunites with Y for the movie’s sleek “Contempt”-like endgame, both of them in thrall to private luxury, it’s hard to see how they’ll move forward.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Those not already in thrall to Mr. Winchester may find that however much they want to be pleased with his style in “The Breath of the Gods,” they can’t quite get there.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

Kevin acknowledges he was seduced by the thrall of easy money.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2025

Ashbourne is also in thrall to her character, who has a tough exterior but a lust for life - and leopard print.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2024

She was limp in its thrall or rigid in an effort to dismiss it.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison