Example Sentences
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It glides by smoothly, and Ms. Mann’s lilting, melancholy songs are hypnotically lovely, but the characters’ anguish and psychological distress are only faintly sketched in.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
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
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
They all watched as the downy tuft wafted hypnotically back and forth, back and forth, until it disappeared under the seat.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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