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in a manner driven by an uncontrollable urge or need, often repetitive or excessive
- She compulsively checked her phone every few minutes.
- He compulsively washed his hands before meals.
- They compulsively rearranged the furniture late at night.
- She compulsively bites her nails when nervous.
- He compulsively counted the steps as he walked.
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in a way that is so interesting or exciting that it holds your attention strongly and continuously
- The series was compulsively watchable from start to finish.
- Her novel is compulsively readable, making it hard to put down.
- The documentary is compulsively engaging for anyone interested in history.
- The game is compulsively addictive, with players returning again and again.
- The movie's plot is compulsively thrilling and full of surprises.
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