as in addicting
causing or relating to a physiological need for certain drugs an addictive painkiller

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Recent Examples of addictive Those days might be long gone, but the network’s reality TV empire has become just as addictive. Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 7 Sep. 2025 Lawsuits are seeking to hold tech companies accountable for designing addictive products. Charlotte Alter, Time, 5 Sep. 2025 Told from the point of view of Ruffalo's lawman and the everyman (Tom Pelphry) who is surprisingly leading the robberies, the drama is seriously dark but also thoughtful and addictive. Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025 The micro-drama format, characterized by episodes typically running under 10 minutes, has gained significant traction as mobile viewing habits shift toward bite-sized, addictive content that can be consumed in short bursts throughout the day. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for addictive
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addicting
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  • This twist on the salt and watermelon trick makes for a unique and addicting snack that is the perfect vinegary bite.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2025
  • That outro is just too addicting; fans aren’t going to quit listening on repeat for a long, long time.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2025

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“Addictive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addictive. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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