fixedly (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈfɪksɪdli/
Definition
In a way that is not moving or changing; intently or steadily.
Examples
He gazed fixedly at the horizon, as if waiting for someone to appear.
The cat watched the mouse fixedly, ready to pounce at any moment.
She held her breath and looked fixedly at the screen, hoping for a positive result.
How to Use fixedly
- gaze fixedly (collocation)
- To look at something with intense, unwavering focus. — "She would often gaze fixedly at the distant mountains."
- stare fixedly (collocation)
- To look at someone or something without moving one's eyes. — "The child stared fixedly at the magician, mesmerized by the tricks."
- look fixedly (collocation)
- To direct one's eyes steadily towards something. — "He looked fixedly at the instructions, trying to understand each step."
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