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to hold one's attention to an extreme degree
The TV show obsessed me so much that I was up all night watching.
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Recent Examples of obsessing
Most leaders are entirely outcome-focused, obsessing over KPIs, revenue targets, and final scores.
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Melissa Dawn Simkins,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Focus on building a robust process and developing your people, rather than obsessing over immediate micro-results.
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Luciana Paulise,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Perhaps not obsessing over the score was the antidote.
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David Oliver,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
While investors are nervous about an AI bubble, Chronert thinks the market isn’t anywhere near done with obsessing over the technology’s growth.
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Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
Besides writing and travel, Jennifer enjoys spending time by the water, '80s music, being with family, and obsessing over her latest vintage finds.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Don’t be sitting there obsessing over what your hair looks like.
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Louis Staples,
Glamour,
27 May 2026
Today’s cazimi pushes you to think bigger about your future instead of obsessing over the tiny details.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Rather than obsessing over calorie counting or macros, Ludwig focuses on building breakfasts with about 30 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber.
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Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
13 May 2026
Melissa Dawn Simkins,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Focus on building a robust process and developing your people, rather than obsessing over immediate micro-results.
—
Luciana Paulise,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Perhaps not obsessing over the score was the antidote.
—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
While investors are nervous about an AI bubble, Chronert thinks the market isn’t anywhere near done with obsessing over the technology’s growth.
—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
Besides writing and travel, Jennifer enjoys spending time by the water, '80s music, being with family, and obsessing over her latest vintage finds.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Don’t be sitting there obsessing over what your hair looks like.
—
Louis Staples,
Glamour,
27 May 2026
Today’s cazimi pushes you to think bigger about your future instead of obsessing over the tiny details.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Rather than obsessing over calorie counting or macros, Ludwig focuses on building breakfasts with about 30 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber.
—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obsessing
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Large white flower clusters cover plants in spring attracting native bees.
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The governor harped on another potential benefit in attracting more manufacturing to the state.
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The first four episodes made available for review likewise have tiny sparks of interest, from some witty dialogue to genuine plot momentum to intriguing new characters popping up.
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His 6-foot-6 frame and power potential offer intriguing athletic tools.
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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.
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Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.
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