star-struck
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of star-struck
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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She said she was star-struck on her last visit to the course, having been invited to play in a special four-hole 'Celebration of Champions' event to mark The Open's 150th anniversary in 2022.
From BBC ● May 24, 2024
Some cops who worked in that division were star-struck by Simpson, occasionally asking for his autograph even as they were repeatedly called to his house for domestic disturbances.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2024
Hanhardt’s chosen verse is short, concise — packing all the star-struck wonder of the universe into just six lines about a flower, connecting the infinite to the minute.
From Salon ● Jan. 26, 2024
Still, there are plenty in Hollywood who find themselves star-struck by the Obamas.
From New York Times ● Dec. 6, 2023
Cynthia and her star-struck sister Befind go to London, the former to open a bonnet shop, which becomes a great success, and the other to pursue the study of astronomy.
From By Conduct and Courage A Story of the Days of Nelson by W. (William) Rainey
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