be glued to (something)
1. To be giving something one's undivided attention, to the exclusion of everyone and everything else. He's been glued to that book for the entire camping trip. I wish he would take a break and enjoy the scenery. Connor's kids are always glued to the TV. They don't even say hello when we come over. I don't think they heard a word I said because their eyes were glued to that video game the whole time.
2. To remained fixed to or unmoving from some thing or location. I told him to run, but he was glued to the spot with fear. You kids have been glued to that sofa all weekend long. Go outside and get some fresh air for a change! Because I have to finish up my thesis before the end of this semester, I've been glued to my desk for the past few weeks.
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