as in to prefer
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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Who is gravitating into your orbit?
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Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Many gravitated toward her son's confidence and his sweetness in the video.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
At a performance of the Broadway musical & Juliet late last year, most of the audience’s attention naturally gravitated toward the show’s stars.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2025
Use media sources that your audience gravitates toward and trusts as vehicles to share your value proposition.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
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Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Many gravitated toward her son's confidence and his sweetness in the video.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
At a performance of the Broadway musical & Juliet late last year, most of the audience’s attention naturally gravitated toward the show’s stars.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2025
Use media sources that your audience gravitates toward and trusts as vehicles to share your value proposition.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gravitate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravitate
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The Four Seasons New York Downtown property is also likely to lure in gala guests who prefer a stay in the heart of Tribeca.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
19 Apr. 2025
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There really is something for every kid here—even ones who prefer quiet with a calm corner.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There are three temperature settings to choose from, and the cooling option works similarly to an ice roller—offering cooling benefits that soothe swelling, refresh tired eyes, and refine the look of pores.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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To learn more about fast internet, download and upload speeds, and for tips on choosing a speed without paying too much, check out our guide below.—
David Brinkerhoff,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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While, yes, many period adaptations tend to be quite white, the popularity of Bridgerton proves that there’s plenty of room for actors of all races and ethnicities to get in on the corset-and-breeches-wearing fun.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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People with autism, for example, tend to have special interests that result in in-depth knowledge or passion about a topic, says Khan, who recalls a patient fascinated by vacuums.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
14 Apr. 2025
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Others credit the accessibility of religious content through social media and influencers, some like Desantis— who has over 220K followers and 4.4M likes on TikTok alone— speak directly to a generation navigating complex identity issues.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Williams likes the single-button power control over the trigger mechanism.—
Terri Williams,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Many guests spend their entire vacation inside the Disney bubble – playing in the parks, staying at Disney hotels, dining at Disney restaurants, taking resort transportation and more.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Ways to stay safe during a flood according to the NWS For either residents or campers of flood-prone, low-lying areas, take immediate action and seek higher ground.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Gravitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gravitate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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