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verb

ˈfiks How to pronounce fix (audio)
Definition of fixnext
1
as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position fixed my hair so that it would stop falling in my eyes

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2
as in to affix
to cause (something) to hold to another first, you need to fix those pieces of wood together

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3
as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of make sure to fix the number of guests with the bride's family before drawing up a list of people from the groom's side

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as in to set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority have we fixed a day for the party yet?

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as in to prepare
to make ready in advance would you mind fixing dinner tonight?

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as in to repair
to put into good shape or working order again have to fix the car before we can go

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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position fixed the mittens to the child's snowsuit

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as in to root
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter the image of what Santa Claus looks like is solidly fixed in our minds

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as in to alter
to remove the sex organs of the animal shelter requires a pledge from the adoptive owner that they will have their new pet fixed

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as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition it took surgery and months of physical therapy to completely fix her bum knee

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fix

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noun

1
as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape what a fix we're in!

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as in bribe
something given or promised in order to improperly influence a person's conduct or decision caught the judge on video accepting the fix from the mob boss

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as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something what's your fix on the military situation over there?

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How is the word fix distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of fix are affix, attach, and fasten. While all these words mean "to make something stay firmly in place," fix usually implies a driving in, implanting, or embedding.

fixed the stake in the ground

When is affix a more appropriate choice than fix?

Although the words affix and fix have much in common, affix implies an imposing of one thing on another by gluing, impressing, or nailing.

affix your address label here

When might attach be a better fit than fix?

The words attach and fix can be used in similar contexts, but attach suggests a connecting or uniting by a bond, link, or tie in order to keep things together.

attach the W-2 form here

When can fasten be used instead of fix?

While in some cases nearly identical to fix, fasten implies an action such as tying, buttoning, nailing, locking, or otherwise securing.

fasten the reins to a post

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fix
Verb
These are dry-stacked and capped with concrete paver stones fixed in place with exterior construction adhesive made for hardscaping projects. —Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026 Why hasn’t this problem already been fixed? —Big Think, 10 Feb. 2026
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While the focus of the ad is Comcast's broadband business — the service representative is imposed into scenes from the original film, saving the day with simple fixes like plugging in an Xfinity modem and router — the commercial grabs from other parts of the Comcast empire, too. —Sarah Whitten,sara Salinas,sarah Jackson,leslie Josephs, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026 Nabet acknowledged the fixes needed are within reach. —Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 7 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fix
  1. put
  2. affix
  3. decide
  4. set
  5. prepare
  6. repair
  7. secure
  8. root
Verb
  • The couple heard police on a loudspeaker tell someone to put his weapon down and end the situation peacefully shortly before the helicopter arrived.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Feb. 2026
  • McMillan, taken eighth overall by the Panthers in last year’s NFL Draft, put together a rookie campaign with 70 receptions (122 targets) for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Definition of put
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  • The instrumental snippets are accessed — in old-fashioned CD-ROM hover-and-click style — by clicking on band posters or photographs pictured as being taped or otherwise affixed to a wall in a bedroom with a guitar, stacks of CDs and some dirty clothes.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Gallego is confident that none of the pejoratives affixed to Democrats—weak, feckless, timid—applies to him.
    — Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Definition of affix
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  • Monitoring high-level athletes for drug misuse is nothing new, but the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) surprised many people recently by deciding to track the use of GLP-1 drugs, such as the diabetes and obesity treatments Ozempic (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide).
    — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Winners of the Lucky for Life top prize of $1,000 a day for life and second prize of $25,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
    — Staff Reports, The Providence Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of decide
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  • Two members of the rate-setting committee, Stephen Miran and Christopher Waller, dissented from the January decision, preferring another quarter-point cut.
    — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
  • Ultimately, Fennell is referencing a period in history, just not 1847, when Brontë wrote the novel, and not the late 1700s, when it is set.
    — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 12 Feb. 2026
Definition of set
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  • The group is preparing to study microplastics in the lake.
    — TRAVIS LOLLER, Arkansas Online, 16 Feb. 2026
  • This seasonal dip requires just 10 minutes of hands-on time and can be prepared a few days in advance of serving.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Definition of prepare
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  • Paxton’s near decade of abuse of the office and neglect of its fundamental responsibilities has caused extensive damage that will take time and good leadership to repair and rebuild.
    — Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
  • Beerman plans on releasing full designs files under the Open Community License a year after all Kickstarter orders have been dispatched to allow for open access to the right to repair.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Definition of repair
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  • A number of teams, including the Jazz, would seem to have a great interest in securing a high selection for this year’s draft.
    — Mark Anderson, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Stoke Lindenstraße 34-35 (entrance via Feilnerstraße), 10969 Berlin Among Berlin’s culinary arrivals, Stoke has quickly emerged as a table insiders talk about securing.
    — Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of secure
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  • Look for strong sturdy leaves that have a nice shape and that are rooted well in the soil.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 11 Feb. 2026
  • This will eliminate the potential for issues related to root development and seed germination.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
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“Fix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fix. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.

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