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Learn “Captivate

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Captivate

verb/KAP-tuh-vayt/

To hold someone's attention completely because they find it so interesting or lovely.

The dolphins in the bay captivated every child on the ferry.

Captivate holds 'captive' — a captivating story takes your attention captive.

Use 'captivate' when something charms and grips attention, not just mildly interests.