has captivated
- present perfect of captivate (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Europa has captivated scientists for decades because a vast ocean of liquid water may be concealed beneath its frozen surface.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
In a recent space-to-Earth press conference, Wiseman said their only news source during the mission was their families, who said Artemis has captivated people worldwide, though he admitted they are "biased."
From Barron's ● Apr. 11, 2026
The pair's status as public figures partly explains why the case has captivated Germany.
From BBC ● Mar. 28, 2026
The kidnapping drama has captivated the nation but until now there have been relatively few leads.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 16, 2026
The master whom I serve languishes for a fair lady who has captivated him.
From The Blunderer by Molière
