as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
a photograph that captures the athlete's animal magnetism
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Recent Examples of animal magnetism
Other topics of his lectures over the years that followed included animal magnetism, hypnotism, and the ether.
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Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 12 Apr. 2024
And of course, Fox’s animal magnetism attracted the approval of the rocker.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 July 2023
Keoghan’s own animal magnetism is present onscreen, if only because his physicality is so refreshingly untamed.
—Matthew Jacobs, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2022
Based on the widely popular theory of animal magnetism proposed by Franz Mesmer at the end of the 18th century, Allix claimed that snails are particularly well suited to communicate by a magnetism-like force through the ambient medium.
—Justin E. H. Smith, Wired, 3 Mar. 2022
In the eighteenth century, Franz Mesmer introduced his concept of mesmerism, or animal magnetism, involving a universal vital fluid that passes in and out through our pores.
—Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2021
Your animal magnetism could be a big turn-on for a special someone this evening.
—Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 15 May 2021
The student need not believe that Noah existed, or that his animal magnetism was as great as is said, or how long-lived his children were.
—Luther Ray Abel, National Review, 17 Sep. 2020
The charismatic Sun moves into your sign today, enhancing your animal magnetism.
—Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 22 Aug. 2020
Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 12 Apr. 2024
And of course, Fox’s animal magnetism attracted the approval of the rocker.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 July 2023
Keoghan’s own animal magnetism is present onscreen, if only because his physicality is so refreshingly untamed.
—Matthew Jacobs, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2022
Based on the widely popular theory of animal magnetism proposed by Franz Mesmer at the end of the 18th century, Allix claimed that snails are particularly well suited to communicate by a magnetism-like force through the ambient medium.
—Justin E. H. Smith, Wired, 3 Mar. 2022
In the eighteenth century, Franz Mesmer introduced his concept of mesmerism, or animal magnetism, involving a universal vital fluid that passes in and out through our pores.
—Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2021
Your animal magnetism could be a big turn-on for a special someone this evening.
—Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 15 May 2021
The student need not believe that Noah existed, or that his animal magnetism was as great as is said, or how long-lived his children were.
—Luther Ray Abel, National Review, 17 Sep. 2020
The charismatic Sun moves into your sign today, enhancing your animal magnetism.
—Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 22 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for animal magnetism
Noun
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The remedies in Google's app store case are currently on hold pending appeal, but that problem is not going away.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 Apr. 2025
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There’s plenty of beach to go around in Florida, each with a different appeal.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The good news is that Crocs offers a variety of shoes that go beyond the classic foam clogs with holes for charms, which look good and have the same level of support.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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This choice, along with the decision to film on real locations, enhances the magical quality and tactile charm of the film, reminiscent of '80s classics like The Labyrinth or Willow.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Summer is the peak travel season in most parts of the world, but spring—with its blissfully mild weather, sights of nature coming back to life, and more accessible accommodations and attractions—is an equally desirable time to plan a vacation.—
Katie Chang,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Embrace a tourist mindset by visiting new neighborhoods, local attractions, and events, creating the excitement and novelty of checking off a trip bucket list.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, a Maine State Game Warden leads a search on the ground and an elderly birdwatcher from Connecticut develops a fascination with the case.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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What began as a childhood fascination eventually revved up into something much more.—
Pamela Chelin,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Because Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl over here has an invisible force field around her.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2025
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As a reward, Galactus creates a force field around the Earth which keeps the Surfer on Earth.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Recent auction performance is indicative of the model’s magnetism.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
16 Apr. 2025
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The history of magnetism on Mars remains a critical field of study since it is closely tied to the planet’s potential capacity for life billions of years ago.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
16 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, the glamour of a bygone era continues to inspire fashion-forward entertainers such as Sara Evans, Carly Pearce, and Carrie Underwood.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Apr. 2025
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The writer interviews Majors’s past girlfriends, but their testimonies are drowned out by the glamour of his supporters, who include Matthew McConaughey, Michael B. Jordan, and Whoopi Goldberg.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Animal magnetism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/animal%20magnetism. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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