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obsessive

[uhb-ses-iv] / əbˈsɛs ɪv /
ADJECTIVE
addictive
Synonyms
WEAK
enslaving hooking














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Tolkien obsessive – and his son Peter McGee are collaborating with screenwriter Philippa Boyens on a new “Lord of the Rings” film, for one.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

There are also psychiatric factors including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Wirries’ Star does more than flirt with the dark side, but in resisting the temptation to become part of the vampire pack she becomes worthy of Michael’s obsessive love.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

But the reality is far more complex, with sufferers experiencing obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviour they have no control over.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

I thought she was obsessive before the results came back.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott




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