be smitten

Example Sentences

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Kate is witty and headstrong and focused on her family’s needs more than her own, and he can’t help but be smitten by it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2022

Still, you’ll be smitten with its engaging handling, simple convertible top operation, and all-around fun when cruising around your favorite roads and highways.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2022

Francisco Mojica was not the first to see CRISPR, but he was probably the first to be smitten by it.

From Nature • Jan. 11, 2017

“We have seen a tremendous growth,” said Lang, who hopes people who come to the markets for the first time will be smitten and return.

From Washington Times • Aug. 23, 2014

And it came to pass, as he talked with him, that the king said unto him, "Have we made thee of the king's counsel? forbear; why shouldest thou be smitten?"

From The Bible Story by Hall, Newton Marshall