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as in alcoholism
the condition of being drunk
there's a firm distinction between the moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages and overindulgence to the point of intoxication
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as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
the intoxication felt by two people who have just fallen in love
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Recent Examples of intoxication
Indeed, the level of global acclaim Jackson, who tragically died in 2009 at the untimely age of 50 due to acute propofol intoxication, achieves is unprecedented.
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Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Jackson died of acute propofol intoxication on June 25, 2009, at age 50.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
His death was ruled a homicide caused by acute propofol intoxication, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner's office.
—Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Authorities determined Ucovich died from acute fentanyl intoxication.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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Keith Murphy, VIBE.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Jackson died of acute propofol intoxication on June 25, 2009, at age 50.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
His death was ruled a homicide caused by acute propofol intoxication, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner's office.
—Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Authorities determined Ucovich died from acute fentanyl intoxication.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxication
Noun
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In 1982, he was ordered to undergo alcoholism and anger management therapy after attacking his third wife, Patti Carnel-Sherman, per The Guardian.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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Then just two weeks later, her father died by suicide after a long, largely unseen struggle with alcoholism and depression.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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Just a year ago, the Championship’s propensity for drama on the final day of the season brought stoppage-time ecstasy for Leeds United and heartache for Burnley.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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The girl told police that Thomas gave her ecstasy pills.—
Sofia Saric,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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The sources told the magazine that Patel frequently drinks to the point of conspicuous intoxication, and that his security detail has at times struggled to wake him due to apparent inebriation.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
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Ultimately, jurors sided with prosecutors whose 2023 criminal indictment outlined numerous instances of teens getting injured as a result of their inebriation under her watch.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2026
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McDonald didn’t bother hiding his happiness as KU’s defense stopped a pivotal fourth down late in the second quarter.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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It’s brought a lot of joy, happiness and success to my life.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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The lack of a recommendation reflected mixed sentiments None of the council members disputed that crime and drunkenness, mini liquor bottle litter and nuisance behaviors are problems to be addressed.—
Eric Adler
March 31,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Puritans once banned the game shuffleboard, an occasion for gambling and drunkenness.—
Brendan King,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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Gaga and Doechii, a match made in fashion heaven, and two style students who clearly did their homework for this assignment.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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Bourbon and pecan pie are a match made in heaven, but this pie takes that combination to a whole new level.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
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James saw him one day and was drawn to help kids in similar situations realize their joy.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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As my sunken heart leapt up, my limbs warmed with joy and relief.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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“Intoxication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxication. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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