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hypnotically

American  
[hip-naht-ik-lee] / hɪpˈnɑt ɪk li /

adverb

  1. in a way that induces or tends to induce hypnosis; monotonously, rhythmically.

  2. in a way that suggests or is characteristic of hypnosis; as if hypnotized.


Example Sentences

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His evocative depictions of forest scenes are stunning in their own right, hypnotically expressive and made to tickle your id, unearthing deeply rooted primal sensations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Even then, though, the publication cautioned that “all leads developed through hypnosis should be verified with supporting physical or testimonial evidence … and investigative conclusion should not be based solely on hypnotically obtained information.”

From Slate • Feb. 13, 2026

We know that it’s someone’s job to conceive and plan for the building of cruise ships, but we never expected to hear about such concerns in a hypnotically catchy rock song.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

The South African singer is a picture of cool confidence on Water, a hypnotically seductive summer anthem that's become her breakout hit.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2024

The shapes moved around in the gloom, ceaselessly and hypnotically, in a kind of dance.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer

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