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to fixate
01
to focus or concentrate one's gaze on something or someone
Transitive: to fixate one's gaze on a specific point
Intransitive: to fixate on a specific point
Example
The scientist asked the participant to fixate on the cross on the screen
During the test, the trainer asked him to fixate on the red light for several seconds.
02
to excessively focus on one thing, to the point of obsession, making it difficult to think about other things
Intransitive: to fixate on sth
Example
Some individuals fixate on past mistakes, unable to move forward.
After the argument, he could n't help but fixate on the harsh words that were said.
03
to become overly focused or obsessed with someone, often in an unhealthy way
Intransitive: to fixate on sb
Example
He began to fixate on his colleague, constantly thinking about her during the day.
She could n't stop fixating on him during the meeting.
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