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Glom onto

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Psychological Attachment

Implies a strong emotional or intellectual attachment one can't easily let go of.

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She glommed onto her childhood memories, reliving them often.
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Informal Expression

Used in casual conversations, not in formal writing or speeches.

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They all glommed onto the latest slang, using it everywhere.
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Enthusiastic Adoption

Indicates adopting something with great zeal or eagerness.

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The community quickly glommed onto the recycling program.
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