captivate
verb (used with object)
to attract and hold the attention or interest of, as by beauty or excellence; enchant.
are captivating
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present progressiveof captivate.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"The leads are captivating and their chemistry sizzles," he said.
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026
Qualcomm Inc. isn’t new to the artificial-intelligence game, but its latest moves are captivating investors.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2025
Then again, you certainly don’t have to be a deeply invested cinephile to fall hard for this yarn, because the performances and visuals are captivating in themselves.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2025
When it comes to creating custom pillows, the options for pillow trim are as diverse as they are captivating.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 18, 2023
"They are captivating, neglected little things," she said.
From Penelope's Irish Experiences by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
