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Enthral vs. Enthrall
Enthral
/ɪnˈθrɔːl/Examples:
The magician's performance enthralled the entire audience.She found herself enthralled by the intricate details of the painting.The gripping novel enthralled him to the very last page.
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Enthrall
/ɪnˈθrɔːl/Examples:
The magician's act will surely enthrall the audience.A compelling storyteller can enthrall listeners for hours.Her thrilling performance managed to enthrall the critics.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Enthral is the original British English spelling, while enthrall is the American English variant.
- Both terms mean the same thing – to captivate or hold the attention of someone.
- While choosing which spelling to use, consider the preferred spelling conventions of your audience or publication.
- When writing for a global audience, it's often acceptable to choose either spelling, but be consistent.
- A handy way to remember is to associate enthral with the UK and enthrall with the US.
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