as in to gaze
to look at or think about something constantly; to give all of your attention to something
—usually + on or upon
The cat was fixated on a small hole in the wall. Why do journalists fixate on scandals?
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Recent Examples of fixate
Lauren Sánchez is about to walk down the aisle with one of the richest men in the world, and people still seem to be fixated on whether she’s had any plastic surgery done.
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Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 24 June 2025
For instance, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency fixates on claims of fraud and waste that fail to materialize while his own corporate interests benefit immensely from government subsidies.
—Jackson Potter, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
The stargazing artist’s early catalogue fixated on unspooling the mysteries of the universe.
—Jillian Steinhauer, New Yorker, 27 June 2025
The 14-time medalist urges Gen Z to stop fixating on how others are performing—and start defining success on their own terms.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 June 2025
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Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 24 June 2025
For instance, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency fixates on claims of fraud and waste that fail to materialize while his own corporate interests benefit immensely from government subsidies.
—Jackson Potter, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025
The stargazing artist’s early catalogue fixated on unspooling the mysteries of the universe.
—Jillian Steinhauer, New Yorker, 27 June 2025
The 14-time medalist urges Gen Z to stop fixating on how others are performing—and start defining success on their own terms.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fixate
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Some even have private fire pits on the balcony—perfect for cool evenings, gazing at the stars.—
Rafael Peña,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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In one photograph, Second Lieutenant Cuthbert Higgins gazes at the camera with movie-star intensity.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
13 July 2025
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It’s described as a long, blank and expressionless stare in a variety of social situations.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Vortex Media has all rights in Canada to the film staring Maren Heary (She Said), Jim Kaplan (The Holdovers), Karsen Liotta (Black Bird), Dominic Bogart (Fear The Walking Dead), Emily Hall (Wrong Numbers) and Tenley Kellogg.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Sign-and-trades could open up additional possibilities, although base-year-compensation rules would complicate that for any restricted free agents who are eyeing a significant raise.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Ro Khanna, who's eyeing 2028, is also trying to force a vote.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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Because the banyan trees were not considered healthy enough for a relocation, Zachariades said there is no choice but to remove them.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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This is particularly important for homeowners in fire-prone areas to consider, the James Hardie pro says.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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But still showing up at the ballpark, and not participating, watching, that’s a different mindset, psyche than being at home.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
20 July 2025
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Sims and Reynoso also projected a wildly successful lifestyle on social media displaying expensive vacations, cars, designer clothes and watches to convince potential investors of their credibility.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Where’s the line between puzzling out his psychology and just gawking at a sicko for nine hours?—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
18 July 2025
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Number one, of course, would be Leonardo da Vinci, whose Mona Lisa at the Louvre is always surrounded by a gawking mob.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Sun Circle in Tucson Tucked alongside the dusty trails of Rillito River Park in Tucson, Sun Circle is a ceremonial structure built for observing the sun's movement.—
Olivia Rose,
AZCentral.com,
26 July 2025
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Critics say displaying those details may encourage some observing the festival to boycott shops owned by those of another faith – an attack on the secularism enshrined in the constitution.—
Aishwarya S. Iyer,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Spartz's press secretary provided a statement to IndyStar's question regarding the demonstrations.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
23 July 2025
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Sasha Hupka Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is demanding federal action regarding the San Carlos Irrigation Project (SCIP) after recent power outages.—
Sasha Hupka,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
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“Fixate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixate. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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