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
Lavin and Pittman also said Bluesky audiences are gravitating toward a more diverse set of topics and stories, both political and apolitical.
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Kat Tenbarge, NBC News, 30 Nov. 2024
There are a few types of skills that middle-aged workers are gravitating towards.
—Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 29 Nov. 2024
And more people are gravitating back to physical stores versus online to shop.
—Booth Moore, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024
One brand players have been gravitating towards is Diallo, which Taylor launched with his longtime stylist Dex Robinson last year.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
Failing to incorporate sustainability or social responsibility could lead to loss of market share if customers continue gravitating toward brands that prioritize environmental and ethical concerns.
—Brandon Aversano, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
That balance is what sets it apart, and really why people are gravitating toward the Art the Clown character.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Polished Pebble Leather Lana Shoulder Bag 23 The obsession over mini bags seems to have died down, with fashionistas gravitating towards bags that are both chic and practical like the Lana Shoulder Bag.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2024
Perhaps the bendy, gravitating fabric of our universe itself emerges from whatever is happening on some lower-dimensional boundary.
—Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
Kat Tenbarge, NBC News, 30 Nov. 2024
There are a few types of skills that middle-aged workers are gravitating towards.
—Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 29 Nov. 2024
And more people are gravitating back to physical stores versus online to shop.
—Booth Moore, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024
One brand players have been gravitating towards is Diallo, which Taylor launched with his longtime stylist Dex Robinson last year.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
Failing to incorporate sustainability or social responsibility could lead to loss of market share if customers continue gravitating toward brands that prioritize environmental and ethical concerns.
—Brandon Aversano, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
That balance is what sets it apart, and really why people are gravitating toward the Art the Clown character.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Polished Pebble Leather Lana Shoulder Bag 23 The obsession over mini bags seems to have died down, with fashionistas gravitating towards bags that are both chic and practical like the Lana Shoulder Bag.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2024
Perhaps the bendy, gravitating fabric of our universe itself emerges from whatever is happening on some lower-dimensional boundary.
—Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravitating
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For travelers preferring a peaceful moment before their flight, the sprawling lounge offers numerous zones to relax, work and dine.Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Marte dislikes being used as a DH, preferring to play the field, but came around to doing it when the team needed him to.Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
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Dragonfly is scheduled to arrive in 2034, choosing a new location to land every Titan day (equivalent to 16 Earth days) to take samples of the giant moon’s prebiotic chemistry.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Chicago’s best wine clubs Wine is an obvious gift for any wine lover, but choosing the right bottle can be daunting, especially if your recipient is a seasoned connoisseur.Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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After such a tumultuous day, the Rangers deserve credit for tending to the task at hand on the ice on Friday.Carol Schram, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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After such a tumultuous day, the Rangers deserve credit for tending to the task at hand on the ice on Friday.Carol Schram, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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The video category was won by Kevin Lohman for his footage of a red fox enjoying zoomies on the grass one frosty morning.Jack Guy, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Johan thrives as a gay man in Copenhagen, enjoying endless bars, parties, and casual flings.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
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The trick will be picking the right one.Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Strategic timing is more than just picking a launch date.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Gravitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gravitating. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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