Both Uses

hypnotize
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The Pigman
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Snakes can hypnotize their prey.
Chpt 6 *

hypnotize = fascinate so much that awareness of other things is lost
He was so hypnotized by that starlet he simply reached over and grabbed a piece and stuck it in his mouth without looking.†
Chpt 10

Definitions:

(1) (hypnotize as in: hypnotized to try to remember)
to put someone into a state of hypnosis (a trance-like state of focused concentration and heightened suggestibility)

Hypnosis is a special, trance-like state of focused attention. A hypnotized person is often very relaxed and more willing than usual to accept and act on the hypnotist’s suggestions. Despite popular myths, hypnotized people don't lose control and won't do things against their core values.
(2) (hypnotize as in: hypnotized by her performance)
fascinate so much that awareness of other surrounding things is lost or too much trust is granted
(3) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)