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as in stable
having been established and usually not subject to change
the baseball card dealer's prices were fixed, so bargaining was not an option
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as in unchangeable
not capable of changing or being changed
interest accrues at a fixed rate
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as in situated
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
fixed my hair so that it would stop falling in my eyes
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as in attached
to cause (something) to hold to another
first, you need to fix those pieces of wood together
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as in decided
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
make sure to fix the number of guests with the bride's family before drawing up a list of people from the groom's side
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as in set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
have we fixed a day for the party yet?
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as in prepared
to make ready in advance
would you mind fixing dinner tonight?
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as in repaired
to put into good shape or working order again
have to fix the car before we can go
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as in secured
to put securely in place or in a desired position
fixed the mittens to the child's snowsuit
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as in embedded
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
the image of what Santa Claus looks like is solidly fixed in our minds
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as in altered
to remove the sex organs of
the animal shelter requires a pledge from the adoptive owner that they will have their new pet fixed
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as in healed
to restore to a healthy condition
it took surgery and months of physical therapy to completely fix her bum knee
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Recent Examples of fixed
Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026
Keeping a strict and fixed watering schedule.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 16 May 2026
Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
After starting in the Netherlands with a single event in 2009, Repair Cafe has grown into a global nonprofit with more than 59,000 members, some 4,000 cafes and close to 850,000 items fixed a year.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
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Realtor reports that despite France’s reputation for being bureaucracy-heavy, the country is great for retirees on a fixed income.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026
Keeping a strict and fixed watering schedule.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 16 May 2026
Verb
Rectangular lamps were fixed at regular intervals between the pillars, and green metal railings lined the gaps to keep people from falling into the water.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
After starting in the Netherlands with a single event in 2009, Repair Cafe has grown into a global nonprofit with more than 59,000 members, some 4,000 cafes and close to 850,000 items fixed a year.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fixed
Adjective
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One of the individuals was listed in temporary serious condition on Sunday, while the other was in stable condition.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Constanze, adoring the brilliance behind the buffoon, ensured a stable, kind home life.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Most of these items can be purchased separately for a reasonable price, so focus more on the unchangeable aspects of the cage when choosing, such as size and accessibility.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Coachability used to be considered a mostly unchangeable personality trait; these days, it’s seen as a set of skills that can be developed.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
22 Mar. 2026
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The town is situated in Cornwall, one of Europe’s six ancient Celtic nations—communities shaped by common descent, traditions, culture, or language.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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One double cabin is situated on the upper deck, while two VIPs and two twins are positioned on the lower deck.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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At one location, ICE agents surrounded an apartment building attached to a business on the ground level.—
Gabe Gutierrez,
NBC news,
11 Dec. 2025
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And just days after the White House put up a site dedicated to attacking journalists, most notably our own, including for stories with corrections or editors notes attached.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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But with a growing awareness of the mental health risks posed by children spending too much time online, Starmer has decided to go further after speaking to parents and considering evidence from Australia, which brought in a ban for under-16s last year.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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The veteran decided to try out the school after watching it be built near his home, according to the institution.—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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Junior Grace Simmons escaped an early jam to set the tone for a low-scoring complete game from the circle, and Aniyah Bailey had a birthday to remember by anchoring the team’s contagious offensive showing with two doubles and five RBI in a 3-for-4 day.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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At the event in 2024, Miami Host Committee co-chair Rodney Barreto acknowledged that FIFA has set extensive requirements but also expressed confidence in the local effort behind the tournament.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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Jackson will now look to reunite a Republican Party left battered by the most expensive and divisive gubernatorial primary in Georgia history, while also trying to convince a broader electorate that a healthcare executive with no political experience is prepared to lead Georgia.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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Long before Kansas City prepared to host six matches in soccer’s global tournament, an Overland Park kid named Matt Besler gave the city its first taste of the World Cup stage.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Center officials say the spot is staying covered until the marble facade can be repaired.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
16 June 2026
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The pipe was repaired, but traffic lanes will shift between Colony Road and Runneymede Lane through Friday evening while crews repair the road, the agency said.—
ZAIRE BREEDLOVE,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
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“Fixed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixed. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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