as in dependences
a physiological need for certain drugs
an addiction to heroin
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Recent Examples of addictions
Elliott and Ellis’ characters are their addictions.
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Judy Berman, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
And who on campus is qualified to treat this gusher of gambling addictions?
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2025
There are also questions as to how this condition compares to other substance addictions and whether the same treatments could work for patients struggling with any kind of addiction.
—Claire Wilcox, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025
Some dogs show behaviors towards their toys that actually resemble behavioral addictions in humans, including gambling, video games, and our beloved smartphones.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Oct. 2025
The initiative — backed by large retailers and law enforcement — turned certain drug and theft crimes from misdemeanors to felonies, meaning steeper consequences for repeat offenders, but also the option of treatment for people with long-term drug addictions.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2025
All this scrolling feeds a gnawing anxiety about the status of men today, imperiled by shifting cultural norms and technological addictions — an insecurity at the core of debates about the place of men in literature today.
—Robert Rubsam, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
The actress, who has spoken openly about her addictions to alcohol and opioids, gave Klitschko full custody of Kaya in 2018.
—Avalon Hester, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
For example, Colorado’s waiver allows the state to pay for inpatient care for mental illnesses and addictions, which Medicaid doesn’t typically cover, Pettersen said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Judy Berman, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
And who on campus is qualified to treat this gusher of gambling addictions?
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2025
There are also questions as to how this condition compares to other substance addictions and whether the same treatments could work for patients struggling with any kind of addiction.
—Claire Wilcox, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025
Some dogs show behaviors towards their toys that actually resemble behavioral addictions in humans, including gambling, video games, and our beloved smartphones.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Oct. 2025
The initiative — backed by large retailers and law enforcement — turned certain drug and theft crimes from misdemeanors to felonies, meaning steeper consequences for repeat offenders, but also the option of treatment for people with long-term drug addictions.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2025
All this scrolling feeds a gnawing anxiety about the status of men today, imperiled by shifting cultural norms and technological addictions — an insecurity at the core of debates about the place of men in literature today.
—Robert Rubsam, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
The actress, who has spoken openly about her addictions to alcohol and opioids, gave Klitschko full custody of Kaya in 2018.
—Avalon Hester, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
For example, Colorado’s waiver allows the state to pay for inpatient care for mental illnesses and addictions, which Medicaid doesn’t typically cover, Pettersen said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addictions
habits
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The company's annual survey reveals the most popular side dishes across the nation in 2025 for Thanksgiving dinner, along with standard and changing holiday habits.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Recognizing that pattern can help parents anticipate and take practical steps early, such as helping kids improve hygiene habits and planning for backup child care before illness strikes.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Addictions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addictions. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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