obsess over — to think about something or someone constantly and be unable to stop
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to think about something or someone constantly and be unable to stop
Pronunciation (IPA): /əbˈses ˈoʊvər/
Example Sentences
- My mom obsesses over cleaning the house before guests arrive.
- He obsesses over checking his phone every five minutes.
- Stop obsessing over what others think about your outfit!
obsess over
VERB[/əbˈses ˈoʊvər/]
to think about something or someone constantly and be unable to stop
He obsessed over every tiny mistake until he couldn't sleep.
He obsessed over success and thought about it every single day. (🧠 Think + 🔄 Again → Obsess over)
He obsessed over the trophy, possessed it at last, and celebrated his success.
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“My mom obsesses over cleaning the house before guests arrive.”
“He obsesses over checking his phone every five minutes.”
“Stop obsessing over what others think about your outfit!”
“The chef obsesses over using only the freshest ingredients.”
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