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fascinate v. [
intrigue] cause to be interested or curious
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fascinate v. [
transfix, grip, spellbind] to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe; "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra"
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fascinate v. [
capture, enamour, trance, catch, becharm, enamor, captivate, beguile, charm, bewitch, entrance, enchant] attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts"
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