1
as in addicts
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
heroin junkies wasting their lives
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2
as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
a television cartoon junkie
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Recent Examples of junkies
But the hit sequel about a superpowered demon-child now has the potential to reach even more Stateside Letterboxd junkies thanks to A24’s new English dub of the film, out on August 22.
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
The only things shaky about Relish are the junkies, prostitutes, suicidal depressives, and sinners who populate Osborne's songs.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Yesterday was a really big deal for drone delivery junkies.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
The only things shaky about Relish are the junkies, prostitutes, suicidal depressives, and sinners who populate Osborne's songs.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Yesterday was a really big deal for drone delivery junkies.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for junkies
Noun
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They are populated by trolls, gore addicts, and, of course, aspiring shooters, who study, debate, and praise mass-shooting tactics and manifestos.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
4 Sep. 2025
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Based upon true stories from addicts, gangs, and law enforcement, King Ivory premiered to critical acclaim at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, with an upcoming wide theatrical release in November.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
4 Sep. 2025
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Monteverde’s cloud forest is a haven for nature lovers, with canopy walks and wildlife encounters that will delight young and old alike.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Their model allows coffee lovers to directly invest in coffee trees, funding farmers who need upfront capital to allocate for faster farm growth, whilst also getting a share of the revenue.—
Sandy Peng,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Rivelia uses Bean Switch technology to let users swap between coffee varieties in seconds, while the Eletta Explore offers over 50 recipes at the touch of a button, including hot espresso, lattes, cappuccinos and cold brew.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The county argued the action didn't violate First Amendment rights because the books were still available to all library users — a point Lesko, Brophy McGee and Stewart stressed for Maricopa County's action.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Cephalopods’ soft bodies sprout arms and bloom with suckers at these same splits.—
Jake Buehler,
Quanta Magazine,
28 Aug. 2025
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Unfortunately, Americans have proved themselves to be suckers for packaging that conveys a food’s healthiness, Bragg said.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
23 Aug. 2025
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Its 12, 15, and 18 year olds are staples among sherried Scotch fans, while older age statements — like the Grandeur series and now these new 30- and 40-Year-Olds — showcase just how far the style can go.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Positive Signs for the 49ers At the same time, there are reasons for 49ers fans to be encouraged after Sunday's win.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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It is comprised of meteorologists, researchers, storm chasers, the media and weather enthusiasts from around the world.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Some enthusiasts are taking the trend a step further by painting, customizing, or even crafting their own butter dishes, turning a simple kitchen staple into a personal work of art.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Watching these Eagles linebackers was a treat for football fanatics — and stunning for fans who’ve seen the Eagles linebackers for much of the past decade.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Carried by yesterday’s muses and reinvented by today’s nail artists and manicure fanatics, this trend is set to become the leading beauty inspiration for the fall 2025 season.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Glamour,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Junkies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junkies. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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