as in craving
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I'm really jonesing for a cup of coffee right now
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Visiting the Magnolia properties in Waco, Texas, is a treat for the taste buds—but faraway fans who are craving a Silos Cookie are now able to bring all of the most popular Magnolia bites straight to their own kitchens.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025 -
Period Cravings Approaching the start of your period and craving all the chocolate?—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
10 Oct. 2025
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Fans wanting to attend the two games in Boise will have to sign up for the Banana Ball ticket lottery list, which will remain open through October.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Oct. 2025
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But just because regret or wanting your own life are taboo, does not make the sentiments any less real, or common.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Jonesing (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jonesing%20%28for%29. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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