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
On the other side of the park, the Skate Park will be the ultimate playground for adrenaline junkies, with ramps to conquer and rails to grind.
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Calesa Township, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Handpicked by the expert Vogue team, the collection will satisfy even the most discerning of skincare savants, wellness warriors, makeup maestros, hair aficionados and jewelry junkies.
—Ellie Davis, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Business owners just can’t let their bathrooms remain open because junkies ruin the privilege.
—Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Start flocking to Meridian, chicken finger junkies.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2025
The Browns are adrenaline junkies who thrive on car crashes.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
First, the story is not as overreported as, say, the exploits of Gacy or the Son of Sam, and a lot of true-crime junkies may not even know the details.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
The decision the Hornets made to photograph Knueppel, Ball and the high-scoring Brandon Miller together Monday was latched onto by a number of Hornets junkies as evidence that Charlotte has a big role in mind for him.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
With flashing lights, laughing and screaming, this ride is one for the adrenaline junkies.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Calesa Township, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Handpicked by the expert Vogue team, the collection will satisfy even the most discerning of skincare savants, wellness warriors, makeup maestros, hair aficionados and jewelry junkies.
—Ellie Davis, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Business owners just can’t let their bathrooms remain open because junkies ruin the privilege.
—Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Start flocking to Meridian, chicken finger junkies.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2025
The Browns are adrenaline junkies who thrive on car crashes.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
First, the story is not as overreported as, say, the exploits of Gacy or the Son of Sam, and a lot of true-crime junkies may not even know the details.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
The decision the Hornets made to photograph Knueppel, Ball and the high-scoring Brandon Miller together Monday was latched onto by a number of Hornets junkies as evidence that Charlotte has a big role in mind for him.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
With flashing lights, laughing and screaming, this ride is one for the adrenaline junkies.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for junkies
Noun
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AlAnon is a support group for family and friends of alcoholics/addicts.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
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Jewelry advent calendars, on the other hand, will save all accessory addicts the hassle of having to scope out the perfect necklace, bracelet, or earrings set on their own.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Best Playful Design Pup lovers will swoon over this white ceramic dachshund menorah by Jonathan Adler, which is finished with a soft satin matte glaze.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
11 Nov. 2025
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Frosted Fraser Fir Artificial Lit Christmas Tree Flocked trees are a major trend and a must-have for some decor lovers, and this one is thoroughly frosted.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Hopper saw a 40% increase in air travelers, adding its Disruption Assistance feature – which allows users to instantly rebook if their flight is delayed or canceled, or get a refund – overnight following the DOT’s announcement.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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Fellow Mumsnet users quickly chimed in with their honest opinions.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Remove any canes that are crossing or rubbing against each other, as well as any suckers that have formed.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
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The same applies to suckers that a young tree may develop; they can be removed at any time.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Mavs are one of the worst teams in the NBA, with a roster that fans not only don’t know, but don’t care to know.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Nov. 2025
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Now, Nintendo decided to shadow drop a massive announcement, leading the fans to flock to the internet over the news.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Toyota Motor Company has an incredibly diverse portfolio that can appeal to budget-conscious drivers and sports car enthusiasts alike.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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This cornbread recipe doesn't call for even a teaspoon of sugar—savory cornbread enthusiasts will be happy to know.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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This album was so traumatizing for teenage Clash fanatics like me.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
9 Nov. 2025
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Coral fanatics will love visiting Negril, home to mountainous coral mounds and ethereal swim-through caves where green and red soft corals hang down like mystical fingers.—
Adrienne Jordan,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Junkies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junkies. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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