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as in passionate
having a strong sexual desire
itchy sailors on shore leave
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Recent Examples of itchy
Our eyes are itchy, our throats are scratchy, our nose is runny, our head is pounding with congestion.
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Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
These are alt-sodas sweetened with monk fruit, which has a hollow sweetness that leaves my tongue itchy.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Feb. 2026
The silky lining keeps the wool from feeling itchy against the skin, as shared by Brinkley in an HSN video.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Even on a standard two week holiday successful owners often get itchy feet by day ten.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Blisters or itchy red bumps around the navel that spread to other areas of the body (such as the abdomen, buttocks), a condition known as Pemphigoid gestationis.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 29 Jan. 2026
Plus, hats and scarves can trap oil and sweat, which can lead to itchy scalps and greasy roots.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 Jan. 2026
While allergies are a possibility, cats with allergies usually manifest clinically with pruritic or itchy skin issues.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
The itchy rash is accompanied by intense stinging, pain, and burning.
—Fara Rosenzweig, Outside, 24 Jan. 2026
Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
These are alt-sodas sweetened with monk fruit, which has a hollow sweetness that leaves my tongue itchy.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Feb. 2026
The silky lining keeps the wool from feeling itchy against the skin, as shared by Brinkley in an HSN video.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Even on a standard two week holiday successful owners often get itchy feet by day ten.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Blisters or itchy red bumps around the navel that spread to other areas of the body (such as the abdomen, buttocks), a condition known as Pemphigoid gestationis.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 29 Jan. 2026
Plus, hats and scarves can trap oil and sweat, which can lead to itchy scalps and greasy roots.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 Jan. 2026
While allergies are a possibility, cats with allergies usually manifest clinically with pruritic or itchy skin issues.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
The itchy rash is accompanied by intense stinging, pain, and burning.
—Fara Rosenzweig, Outside, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for itchy
Adjective
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Rubbing alcohol isn’t corrosive to metals, doesn’t stain clothes, and doesn’t cause the same irritating fumes as working with bleach does.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Feb. 2026
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The hypoallergenic face serum is free from potentially irritating ingredients, such as parabens and synthetic fragrances, too.—
Lauren Taylor,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Rosa Martínez, Margarito’s sister, remembered him as someone who was always passionate about his work and an inspiration.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Kepner is passionate about accountability and service journalism and encourages anyone to reach out to her to tell their story or share a tip.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Freak from The Girls Deli in North Park is a hot sandwich with salty pastrami, brisket, melted jack cheese, bacon, mustard, spicy sriracha mayo, onions, and jalapeños.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The show captures the frenzy of all-consuming lust and the chaos that arises in the wake of a blazing hot relationship without true depth or knowledge of the other partner.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Fennell’s version is the horniest Wuthering yet.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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Sharon used to be the company’s secret weapon, a beautiful, smart and immaculately presented businesswoman who flattered hard cash out of horny old billionaires.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Broker Gino Kalasho of Commercial Asset Advisors, who worked with Las Cuatro Milpas in securing the new space, said Monday that the family was a delight to work with and that the other retail tenants at Mercado del Barrio are excited about the prospect of having the restaurant as a new neighbor.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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After making the Olympic team, the New Jersey native was most excited about the village.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Itchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itchy. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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