obsess
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Too often, they write, we obsess over making ourselves more appealing to others — or more “lovable” — when we should be striving for stronger communication.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
Rather than obsess about a recession, investors should focus on other factors that historically have a bigger influence on stock prices — such as corporate profit margins and price-to-earnings multiples.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026
It’s the least visible part of my body, yet I’ve had good reason lately to obsess about my gluteus maximus, my derrière, my whole imperfect situation back there.
From Slate • Feb. 22, 2026
But, then again, “By Design” is all about the little details — and, more specifically, how much those details matter versus how much we obsess over them.
From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026
People say that winter lasts forever, but it’s because they obsess over the thermometer.
From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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