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enthrall (one) with (something)

To capture and hold one's attention through a particular means. The baby is totally enthralled with that new mobile you hung above her crib—she just can't stop watching it. Susie is a great storyteller, so I'm sure she'll enthrall you all with her latest tale.
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enthrall someone with something

to charm or captivate someone with something. They enthralled us with the beauty of their singing. The children enthralled us with their rustic dances.
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Set in a Star Wars-like universe of fantastic creatures and thrilling derring do, this exciting story will enthrall readers who enjoy SE It begs for a sequel, to follow the further adventures of brave Ahvren and his equally brave sister in this intriguing universe.
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On the one hand, this dazzling dancer in the spotlight represents Kain in her youth, all coltish energy and determination; on the other, it connotes the blinding ideal of Kain's art that enthralls her (and us) to the end.
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