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
Brands are gravitating to linen fabrics from Candiani’s S/S ’27 Riviera collection.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 26 Jan. 2026
The spot, directed by I, Tonya filmmaker Craig Gillespie, is a cheeky nod to Brody’s reputation for gravitating toward dramatic, taxing roles.
—Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Consumers are increasingly selective, gravitating toward programs that demonstrate understanding of their specific context rather than generic solutions.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
Sandra Delgado watched closely every detail of the displays, gravitating closely to the dress Selena wore at the 1994 Grammy Awards.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Shoppers are gravitating to comfy blankets to wrap up in and drape over armchairs and beds.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Oversized Appliances That Dominate There was an era when everyone was gravitating towards giant refrigerators and ranges big enough to cook a Thanksgiving feast any day of the year.
—Heather Bien, The Spruce, 9 Jan. 2026
Homeowners are gravitating toward sleek drapery panels with structured, effortless fabric waves.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Clients are also gravitating toward deeper, richer finishes and tonal palettes that make shelves feel like sculptural backdrops, says Laurent.
—Kate Jerde, Architectural Digest, 28 Dec. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 26 Jan. 2026
The spot, directed by I, Tonya filmmaker Craig Gillespie, is a cheeky nod to Brody’s reputation for gravitating toward dramatic, taxing roles.
—Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Consumers are increasingly selective, gravitating toward programs that demonstrate understanding of their specific context rather than generic solutions.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
Sandra Delgado watched closely every detail of the displays, gravitating closely to the dress Selena wore at the 1994 Grammy Awards.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Shoppers are gravitating to comfy blankets to wrap up in and drape over armchairs and beds.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Oversized Appliances That Dominate There was an era when everyone was gravitating towards giant refrigerators and ranges big enough to cook a Thanksgiving feast any day of the year.
—Heather Bien, The Spruce, 9 Jan. 2026
Homeowners are gravitating toward sleek drapery panels with structured, effortless fabric waves.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Clients are also gravitating toward deeper, richer finishes and tonal palettes that make shelves feel like sculptural backdrops, says Laurent.
—Kate Jerde, Architectural Digest, 28 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravitating
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Two officials dissented from Wednesday’s decision, with Governors Stephen Miran and Christopher Waller preferring another quarter-point reduction.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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Two officials dissented from the decision, with Governors Stephen Miran and Christopher Waller preferring another quarter-point reduction.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Now, the question of whether the US could again use force – or tactics like tariffs or sanctions – to strong-arm countries into choosing Washington’s interests over ties with China is a viable risk being evaluated in the region’s capitals.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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The dramatic cover continues to guide the drama of the party, from Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) choosing Benedict as her bachelor of the season to Eloise (Claudia Jessie) discovering her sister Hyacinth (Florence Hunt) had snuck in to the ball.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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While tax changes favoring seniors are often aimed at encouraging residents to live in certain states, research from the University of New Hampshire and others has found that those tax breaks do not necessarily influence those decisions.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
26 Jan. 2026
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Currently, Lawrence seems to be rotating through a select number of winter outerwear, highly favoring a butter yellow robe coat and cropped leopard faux fur jacket by Jacquemus.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
24 Jan. 2026
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Instead of impulsive purchases and behaviors, people in the midst of a midlife crisis are really just struggling with kitchen table issues, including tending to their physical and mental health and supporting extended family.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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Logging off healed the deep wound of constantly watching other people’s lives instead of tending to my own.—
Lee Tilghman,
SELF,
28 Jan. 2026
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Sure, some out there were robbing old people, choking people, robbing them, beating them up, taking their money, but Troy just wasn’t like that.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Ways to do that include cold showers, taking a nature walk, laughing, taking deep breaths, listening to something relaxing, or humming to yourself.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The answer is, not very, although at least liking lesbians enough to laugh with and not at their culture surely counts as a prerequisite.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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The outlet reported that Victoria breached the legal letter by liking an Instagram post and that's why Brooklyn ultimately decided to block both of his parents on social media.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The strength that the NFL is enjoying this year is in sharp contrast to the string of PR nightmares that the league faced not so long ago.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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Unlike many of the other luxury hotels in Tokyo, the Ritz-Carlton has a sizable Japanese clientele—both businessmen and domestic travelers enjoying some Tokyo time.—
Brandon Presser,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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The process for selecting Powell’s replacement began in September with an 11-candidate field that included past and current Fed officials, economists, and Wall Street investment professionals.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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Belichick was a part of a five-person pool separate from the 15-man modern-era ballot, in which each voter is tasked with selecting just three members to enter the Hall.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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