The term 'FIXED, IN A WAY' can be solved by two six-letter crossword solutions: GELDED and SPAYED. GELDING is the process of removing the testicles of a male animal, usually a horse, to make it less aggressive and easier to control. Spaying is the process of surgically removing the ovaries and uterus of a female animal, usually a dog or cat, to prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of certain diseases. Both processes are considered forms of sterilization and are commonly used to control animal populations.