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
Coming into the year, the American League Central was pretty much a three-horse race, with most people gravitating to the Tigers winning the division.
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David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
While big guest lists and grand ballroom receptions still have their place, many couples are gravitating towards something different—where delicious food, shared conversation, and a more relaxed schedule come together for an elevated experience.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Younger consumers were gravitating to news and information delivered in new formats and more adventuresome ways.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
The company declined to provide sales figures for Great Value products but has repeatedly said that shoppers are increasingly gravitating toward its store brands.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Rather than drifting off on her own, Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
Around age 2 — a stage when young zebras naturally begin separating from their herd — Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Customers are gravitating toward pieces with authenticity and recognizable cultural references, items that feel both personal and rooted in a specific moment or aesthetic.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 13 Apr. 2026
Marney, a former Oklahoma State baseball player, dived into coaching after graduating, gravitating towards the analytical and mechanical side of pitching.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026
David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
While big guest lists and grand ballroom receptions still have their place, many couples are gravitating towards something different—where delicious food, shared conversation, and a more relaxed schedule come together for an elevated experience.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Younger consumers were gravitating to news and information delivered in new formats and more adventuresome ways.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
The company declined to provide sales figures for Great Value products but has repeatedly said that shoppers are increasingly gravitating toward its store brands.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Rather than drifting off on her own, Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
Around age 2 — a stage when young zebras naturally begin separating from their herd — Kurtsie started gravitating toward Bakari.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Customers are gravitating toward pieces with authenticity and recognizable cultural references, items that feel both personal and rooted in a specific moment or aesthetic.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 13 Apr. 2026
Marney, a former Oklahoma State baseball player, dived into coaching after graduating, gravitating towards the analytical and mechanical side of pitching.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gravitating
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In the house reef, there’s snorkelling and paddleboarding; guests preferring deep-sea action can request private yacht excursions or big-game fishing sessions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog has decided to shelve, for now, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request for a pardon in his graft trial, preferring to press the parties to reach an agreement that would terminate the case consensually, his office announced.—
Galit Altstein,
Bloomberg,
26 Apr. 2026
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For Suggs, choosing basketball over football was an excruciating decision.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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By choosing sustainable options and participating in recycling programs, pilgrims can ensure that their journey of faith also respects the sanctity of the natural world.—
FMG Studios,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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The divide in the US is mostly political, the poll showed, with Democrats still overwhelmingly favoring renewables, while Democrats are more open to nuclear, natural gas, and oil.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Fortunately, the styles and silhouettes that were popular in the early 2000s (the era trendsetters are favoring) are particularly well-suited for travel thanks to their breathability and versatile nature.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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For gardeners who have spent years tending beds and borders, the basics can feel like second nature.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Apr. 2026
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James Guillory / Imagn Images OTTAWA — Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk was absent from the team’s Monday morning postmortem, tending to his wife, Emma, after the birth of their second child.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Harry and Meghan stepped back from their senior royal roles in 2020 due to media intrusion and racist coverage, eventually taking residence in Canada and, later, California, with their two children – Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Brown said Atlanta was taking away the Knicks’ spray game, which made the answer simpler.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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After six brutal years of struggling to stay afloat, movie theater owners and operators arrived in Las Vegas for CinemaCon finally liking their odds of survival.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Henley has struggled on approach since the American Express, which is the only thing holding me back from really liking him this week.—
Dennis Esser,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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Sudarma hopes that guests will plan a day and stay, enjoying multiple meals and lots of entertainment, from Asian sports cars to kids’ hip hop dance classes (free).—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The three-time Grammy winner was recently spotted enjoying a dinner date in Los Angeles with Geese frontman Cameron Winter on April 15.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Containers dry out much quicker, so keep that in mind when selecting plants and opt for water-wise and drought-resistant varieties, Vater suggests.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
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The Sox filled the spot by selecting Jarred Kelenic’s contract from Triple-A Charlotte.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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“Gravitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gravitating. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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