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also glamor
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as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
the glamour of the fashion industry
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2
as in spell
a spoken word or set of words believed to have magic power
the children were so preternaturally well-behaved that they must have been under the power of a glamour of some sort
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Recent Examples of glamour
Classic glamour also had its moment.
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 Jan. 2026
Tourists are drawn by its understated glamor, with high-end shopping and fine dining as well as extensive ski slopes and a lively apres-ski scene.
—Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
The beloved style is characterized by jewel tones, chrome finishes, velvet fabrics, perfect symmetries, and, most importantly, a strong sense of glamor.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
The iconic tuxedo offers a sharp alternative to the gown, delivering glamour, confidence and sophistication, carrying its cinematic legacy into every New Year’s Eve wardrobe.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
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Without question, Bardot expanded the appeal of international films from cinephiles and college students.—
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The appeal of Charli’s account was that her reviews were funny, yes, and a glimpse into her culture diet in relation to her own work.—
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During this spell, Boland barely gave a thing away.—
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Lydia Ko went through such a spell.—
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But with a sizable audience doing research to kill time between installments, the miniseries’ cast boasts an awkward attractiveness that sticks out as oddly inauthentic.—
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Our research shows that extreme attractiveness might grab attention but can undermine connection, the true currency of the influencer economy.—
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In part, this is just a curse of timing for the tournaments being played.—
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In Jujutsu Kaisen, heroic jujutsu sorcerers wage war against demonic creatures called curses and the curse users, who wield jujutsu powers for evil.—
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And downtown Revelstoke still retains mom-and-pop charm and a strongly local ethos, plus loads of local art (don’t miss the art allies).—
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Modern Equestrian Elegance Meets Bold Textiles Inspired by the timeless charm of the countryside, this look blends rustic equestrian touches with a refined, modern sensibility.—
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Trying to lift people to a place of enchantment.—
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While there’s certainly a good dose of movie magic that goes into creating these heartwarming (and, yes, a bit cheesy) scenes, many of the productions are shot in destinations—from Vancouver to Vail—that have their own brand of holiday enchantment in the winter months.—
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Shterenberg, who developed a fascination with space at a young age, later graduated at the top of his master's program class and went to work as an engineer for NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Hughes Aerospace Corp, according to CBS News.—
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But knowing and understanding bears as individual animals can also deepen the fascination and connections people already have with bears.—
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Just over eight minutes were remaining on the clock when the buzz kicked up inside Spectrum Center again, all because the usual main attraction was sauntering to the scorer’s table.—
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Japan draws thirtysomethings with its diverse attractions, from culinary delights to swift transportation, catering to travelers' varied interests.—
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“Glamour.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glamour. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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