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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
The suspect, whose name has not been released, faces charges of collision involving death and intoxication manslaughter, police said.
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Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2025
But other Fountain Square residents and business owners believe the city waited far too long to close the Leonard Street camp, after months of complaints about human and animal waste, public intoxication and trespassing near a prime commercial district.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 31 July 2025
Health authorities say at least 85 people, including eight children, suffered accidental marijuana intoxication after eating pizza, sandwiches and garlic bread from a Wisconsin restaurant.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 31 July 2025
More: Truck driver charged with intoxication manslaughter in N Austin I-35 crash was sober
Weldekeal-Araya's attorney, Bristol Myers, has criticized the investigation as a rush to judgment and the result of sloppy policing.
—Tony Plohetski, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2025
But other Fountain Square residents and business owners believe the city waited far too long to close the Leonard Street camp, after months of complaints about human and animal waste, public intoxication and trespassing near a prime commercial district.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 31 July 2025
Health authorities say at least 85 people, including eight children, suffered accidental marijuana intoxication after eating pizza, sandwiches and garlic bread from a Wisconsin restaurant.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 31 July 2025
More: Truck driver charged with intoxication manslaughter in N Austin I-35 crash was sober
Weldekeal-Araya's attorney, Bristol Myers, has criticized the investigation as a rush to judgment and the result of sloppy policing.
—Tony Plohetski, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxication
Noun
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Both have felt the crushing weight of active alcoholism and drug addiction.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
30 July 2025
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That’s kind of like blaming the bartender for your alcoholism.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Cannabis is currently listed in Schedule I of the CSA, along with other substances like heroin, ecstasy, and LSD.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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My hands smeared in gore, eyes alight with frenzied ecstasy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 July 2025
Noun
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The duo enjoys seeing the faces of excitement, happiness, shock, and eagerness from their customers, too.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
19 Aug. 2025
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The special, filmed at The Majestic theater in Dallas, Texas, finds Cristela in pursuit of happiness.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Once victorious, Zeus condemned his vanquished opponents, notably Atlas, who was forced to carry the burden of the heavens, for eternity.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The air smelled of sea salt, cinnamon and tropical fruit, as if God had spilled sunscreen from the heavens during application.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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That state, known as flow, brings a quiet joy that lingers long after a trip ends.—
Sarah Groen,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Aug. 2025
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The moments of joy and lightness are interspersed with shots of Williams in deep contemplation.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Intoxication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxication. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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