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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In the past several years, the Department of Defense has become fixated on how the United States might fight a major war against an enemy that rivals the American military in force and technology.
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Colin Jones, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2025
When their initial attack proves to be so messy (a constantly shaking camera keeps both the audience and the baddies unclear of what’s really happening) that Danielle and some other heavy hitters can sneak away, their aims become fixated on her.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
However, most brands remain fixated on the past, leaning heavily on product-centric innovation.
—Stéphane Jg Girod, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
At that point, Meynard was not too fixated on the box office.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2025
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Colin Jones, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2025
When their initial attack proves to be so messy (a constantly shaking camera keeps both the audience and the baddies unclear of what’s really happening) that Danielle and some other heavy hitters can sneak away, their aims become fixated on her.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
However, most brands remain fixated on the past, leaning heavily on product-centric innovation.
—Stéphane Jg Girod, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
At that point, Meynard was not too fixated on the box office.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2025
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“Fixated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fixated. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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