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Discover LudwigThe phrase "under a spell" is grammatically correct and widely used in written English.
It is typically used to describe someone who is under the influence or control of something, usually in a figurative sense. Example: John seemed to be under a spell as he watched the magician perform his tricks on stage. In this sentence, "under a spell" means that John was captivated or enchanted by the magician's performance. Another example: The entire village was under a spell after the witch cast her curse upon them. In this sentence, "under a spell" suggests that the villagers were affected by the witch's curse and were unable to think or act clearly.
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under a spell
adjective
Bewitched, held by the power of a magical spell.
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"He had everyone under a spell.
"The whole place is under a spell.
The city, the shrines, seem under a spell.
He was under a spell, like a cult".
To ensnare the resistant Renaud, she resorts to sorcery, placing him under a spell.
I am transfixed, listening to them as if under a spell.
He could be under a spell, watching his speech unscroll in front of him.
With the help of a wise rabbi, precious children are born, but under a spell.
'Hi, my name's Clint – bzzzzzzzzz.'" He goes crosseyed and mimes falling under a spell.
They had a "fairy-tale" aura – as if under a spell.
It was as if the whole place were under a spell.
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