under (one's) spell
under (one's) spell
Influenced or controlled by one because they are considered fascinating, enchanting, or seductive. Our son never acted out like this before he fell under that new student's spell. Ever since I fell under Susan's spell, our relationship has progressed much more quickly than I would normally be comfortable with.
See also: spell
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
under someone's spell
Fascinated or influenced by someone, as in I think he has our daughter under his spell. This idiom derives from the literal meaning of spell, "a word or formula that has magical power." [Mid-1800s]
See also: spell
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
under someone's spell
so devoted to someone that they seem to have magic power over you.See also: spell
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
(be) under somebody’s ˈspell
(be) so attracted to or interested in somebody that you are in their power and will do what they say: When he tells a story, the children are completely under his spell.If somebody puts a spell on you, they say a phrase with magic power that gives them control over you.
See also: spell
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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