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hypnotist

British  
/ ˈhɪpnətɪst /

noun

  1. a person skilled in the theory and practice of hypnosis

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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“Just relax,” the hypnotist said, “take a deep breath, take the time you need. Can you tell me how long his hair is? Does he have it neatly cut, or is it trimmed?”

From Slate • Feb. 13, 2026

When this scene with the hypnotist occurs about an hour into the film, the illusion is briefly suspended.

From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026

“Was he a genius, a psychopath, a hypnotist? Was he such a fantastic con artist?”

From Washington Post • Sep. 24, 2022

Karpov's team included a hypnotist seated in the front rows staring at Korchnoi, who in turn wore mirrored sunglasses, apparently to protect himself.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2022

The tone was soft and soothing, but also commanding—like a hypnotist giving orders.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan

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