fixated
adjective
fix·at·ed
ˈfik-ˌsā-təd 
: arrested in development or adjustment
especially
: arrested at a pregenital level of psychosexual development
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Trump fixated on Frederiksen’s comment.
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Ben Taub, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Most brands are fixated on performance marketing, digital optimization and maximizing online conversions via Meta, YouTube, TikTok ads and creator partnerships.
—Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
But while fans found ways to make do, some remained fixated on the restrictions around MSG that dampened the spirit of the moment.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 11 June 2026
Thursday’s starter, Edward Cabrera, was among the last to leave the Cubs dugout Wednesday night, staying seated near the railing with his eyes fixated on the Rockies’ joy.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
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Ben Taub, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Most brands are fixated on performance marketing, digital optimization and maximizing online conversions via Meta, YouTube, TikTok ads and creator partnerships.
—Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
But while fans found ways to make do, some remained fixated on the restrictions around MSG that dampened the spirit of the moment.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 11 June 2026
Thursday’s starter, Edward Cabrera, was among the last to leave the Cubs dugout Wednesday night, staying seated near the railing with his eyes fixated on the Rockies’ joy.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
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“Fixated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fixated. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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