as in preferring
to be drawn or attracted
He always gravitated to the fantasy section of the bookstore. She tends to gravitate towards people who share her interest in music.
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Recent Examples of gravitating
Possibly fueled by what is going in the the world, the trend has viewers gravitating towards shows with adventure and optimism.
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Imax has been key in the box office’s post-COVID recovery; audiences have been gravitating toward the biggest and brightest screens to distinguish from the at-home experience of watching a movie.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
Analysts said the divergence reflects shifting demand, with renters gravitating toward relatively more affordable areas and neighborhoods with transit access, while higher-cost coastal markets adjust after pandemic-era rent surges.
—City News Service, Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Coming into the year, the American League Central was pretty much a three-horse race, with most people gravitating to the Tigers winning the division.
—David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
While big guest lists and grand ballroom receptions still have their place, many couples are gravitating towards something different—where delicious food, shared conversation, and a more relaxed schedule come together for an elevated experience.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
The company declined to provide sales figures for Great Value products but has repeatedly said that shoppers are increasingly gravitating toward its store brands.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Rather than drifting off on her own, Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
Around age 2 — a stage when young zebras naturally begin separating from their herd — Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Imax has been key in the box office’s post-COVID recovery; audiences have been gravitating toward the biggest and brightest screens to distinguish from the at-home experience of watching a movie.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
Analysts said the divergence reflects shifting demand, with renters gravitating toward relatively more affordable areas and neighborhoods with transit access, while higher-cost coastal markets adjust after pandemic-era rent surges.
—City News Service, Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Coming into the year, the American League Central was pretty much a three-horse race, with most people gravitating to the Tigers winning the division.
—David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
While big guest lists and grand ballroom receptions still have their place, many couples are gravitating towards something different—where delicious food, shared conversation, and a more relaxed schedule come together for an elevated experience.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
The company declined to provide sales figures for Great Value products but has repeatedly said that shoppers are increasingly gravitating toward its store brands.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Rather than drifting off on her own, Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
Around age 2 — a stage when young zebras naturally begin separating from their herd — Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravitating
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Often, Therrien did not give his works descriptive titles, preferring instead that his viewers invest his art with meaning.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
6 May 2026
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For those preferring something more traditional, the winter garden of the main house (where breakfast is also served) offers all-day classics such as filet de bœuf and the iconic Tarte Tropézienne.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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Having Last Driver be such a vehicular-centric book led him to being open to changing up its reading style and choosing to put it out in a landscape format.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2026
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People are building scent wardrobes, not just choosing a single signature.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
Verb
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In the 47th minute, the Spirit successfully defended a Reign corner kick, but Trinity Rodman went down favoring her right ankle.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
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Her first trial ended in a mistrial in 1990 after jurors deadlocked, with two jurors reportedly favoring manslaughter convictions rather than murder.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Pitching coach Ruben Niebla is tending to a family matter and is expected to return to the team for tomorrow’s series finale here.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Another adjustment on set was with his daughter played by Toscano tending to follow his hands as Insolera communicated using sign language, rather than look into his eyes.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2026
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Washington said the airport’s 36-mile-long fence meets Federal Aviation Administration requirements and noted that there are multiple layers of security to prevent a breach from taking place.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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More Americans are hitting the road, boarding flights and taking cruises this Memorial Day, according to AAA.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Additionally, reasons included enjoying the job, liking to work, being bored, and wanting to help others.—
Helen Dennis,
Daily News,
2 May 2026
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After six brutal years of struggling to stay afloat, movie theater owners and operators arrived in Las Vegas for CinemaCon finally liking their odds of survival.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Try the basil martini and an array of mocktails while enjoying Italian multi-course dining.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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But bragging about enjoying a hard shell taco nowadays is like showing up to a street takeover in a horse buggy.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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In selecting Norwich, a city centrally located in the eastern part of the state, the team has found a home stadium that looks much different than the large-scale plans Swanston had for a $1 billion waterfront stadium and mixed-use development project in Bridgeport.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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However, the Dolphins were convinced enough about Douglas’ blend of size, speed and athleticism to merit them passing on other receivers, selecting him 75th overall.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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“Gravitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gravitating. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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