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as in hooked
having a compulsive need for a harmful substance or activity
The organization provides resources for drug addicted individuals. Having lost nearly all of his savings, he finally realized he was addicted to gambling.
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as in accustomed
having a great interest or need to do or have something
I'm completely addicted to this new word game.
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Recent Examples of addicted
Brand the groceries just like drugs and get people addicted, but to something good!
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Brittany Delay, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
In this offbeat and surreal comedy, frustrated playwright Mark becomes addicted to huffing perfume to conjure memories from a previous Italian summer vacation.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
In this offbeat and surreal comedy, frustrated playwright Mark becomes addicted to huffing perfume to conjure
memories from a previous Italian summer vacation.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
Sounds like Cynthia Erivo is just as addicted to the dynamic duo as Wicked’s fans are!
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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Brittany Delay, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
In this offbeat and surreal comedy, frustrated playwright Mark becomes addicted to huffing perfume to conjure memories from a previous Italian summer vacation.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
In this offbeat and surreal comedy, frustrated playwright Mark becomes addicted to huffing perfume to conjure
memories from a previous Italian summer vacation.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
Sounds like Cynthia Erivo is just as addicted to the dynamic duo as Wicked’s fans are!
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for addicted
Adjective
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Pictures shared by investigators show a dingy basement lit by a single bulb, with hooked metal chains dangling from wooden beams overhead.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2025
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Leone and the rescue center's vet gave her an antibiotic in case of infection, fed her soft foods and trimmed her nails and beak, which is shaped more like a duck's than a turtle's hooked mouth because of her living conditions.—
Alina Hartounian,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This tool weighs in at 1.24 lbs, which feels light after becoming accustomed to using wavers that are close to 2.5 lbs.—
Jesa Marie Calaor,
Allure,
2 May 2025
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These tactics often work for a short amount of time before birds become accustomed to them.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But what concessions each side is willing or able to make is largely dependent on local politics.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
8 May 2025
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Consumers and businesses Lower interest rates will also be welcomed by consumers looking to borrow money for other things, with a potential reduction in interest on credit cards and personal loans, although this is dependent on your personal circumstances including credit history.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
8 May 2025
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Cox Automotive’s Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index — which tracks prices of used vehicles sold at its U.S. wholesale auctions — increased 4.9% year-over-year in April.—
Josh Brown,Sean Russo,
CNBC,
12 May 2025
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Hilton was able to make the surprise moment a reality thanks to an assist from her nonprofit, 11:11 Media Impact, and Carvana, an e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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“Addicted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addicted. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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