as in to stick (to)
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Does anybody remember Ali Hassan al-Majid?—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026 -
Jaxson Hayes remembered the bruising the Lakers got at Madison Square Garden a month ago when the New York Knicks bullied them on the boards, outscored them by 14 in the second half and had six players score in double figures.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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This Madewell pair is made from high-quality denim with a subtle stretch to hug your curves and ensure all-day comfort.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
5 Mar. 2026
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Since his initial rejection, Punch has been filmed being hugged by an adult monkey, groomed (apparently a high honor in monkey society), and seems to be making friends.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Fixate (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixate%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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