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as in addicts
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
heroin junkies wasting their lives
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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
Of course, as political junkies in Illinois recall, Pritzker and Kelly have been at odds for years; the governor was instrumental four years ago in pressuring Kelly out as head of Illinois’ Democratic Party.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
McDuffie is known as one of the most intense film and weight room junkies at his position.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Political junkies, feel free to scroll through all 482 races.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Its Game 2 dominance still resonates with basketball junkies near and far, as the Rudy Gobert-less Wolves held the Nuggets to just 80 points on 35% shooting on a night where defense became cool again.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Feb. 2026
With tears and fragments of personal narratives, this footage often digs deeper than some might expect for a sport derided as the domain of adrenaline junkies indifferent to the law.
—Maya Silver, Outside, 25 Feb. 2026
Volatility is great for political junkies — and a headache for campaign strategists.
—James Ward, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
The Washington Examiner has provided four different playable cards — perfect for competing with friends, family, or fellow political junkies.
—Grace Hagerman, The Washington Examiner, 24 Feb. 2026
This is the ultimate park for adrenaline junkies, though there's plenty for little ones to do, like splash around in the Serpent's Pool, an expansive indoor kiddie area with two slides and other fun features.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2026
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
McDuffie is known as one of the most intense film and weight room junkies at his position.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Political junkies, feel free to scroll through all 482 races.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Its Game 2 dominance still resonates with basketball junkies near and far, as the Rudy Gobert-less Wolves held the Nuggets to just 80 points on 35% shooting on a night where defense became cool again.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Feb. 2026
With tears and fragments of personal narratives, this footage often digs deeper than some might expect for a sport derided as the domain of adrenaline junkies indifferent to the law.
—Maya Silver, Outside, 25 Feb. 2026
Volatility is great for political junkies — and a headache for campaign strategists.
—James Ward, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
The Washington Examiner has provided four different playable cards — perfect for competing with friends, family, or fellow political junkies.
—Grace Hagerman, The Washington Examiner, 24 Feb. 2026
This is the ultimate park for adrenaline junkies, though there's plenty for little ones to do, like splash around in the Serpent's Pool, an expansive indoor kiddie area with two slides and other fun features.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for junkies
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His podcast blitz this year underscored that effort, seemingly strategically designed to appeal to the entertainment addicts who watch Chicken Shop Date, the women who watch IMO and the increasingly broad appeal of New Heights, which has been booking A-lister after A-lister this year.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
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AlAnon is a support group for family and friends of alcoholics/addicts.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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Just like the verdant fields in Borrego Springs, San Diego County’s visual arts landscape will be in full bloom this season, with a bounty of vibrant exhibitions and events to keep art lovers busy all spring.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Although many wine lovers equate cost with quality, Errazuriz is not concerned about the reasonable price.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 Mar. 2026
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The exercise led, among other things, to the creation of an agent on Upwork’s platform, called Uma, which assists users with tasks from writing job descriptions to conducting interviews.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Easing installation hurdles While OpenClaw has surged in popularity recently, experts have previously pointed out limitations to the AI agent's mass adoption, including a complex installation process that's challenging for nontechnical users.—
Evelyn Cheng,Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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This is done by removing suckers early for several weeks after transplanting.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Mar. 2026
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Despite all of my research—my monastic study of the lines, my careful hunt for small edges, my righteous avoidance of the high-risk suckers’ bets that the apps were constantly pushing on me—I had been burned by a bad call from a random referee.—
McKay Coppins,
The Atlantic,
12 Mar. 2026
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Minnesota killing off a late-period penalty was about the only highlight for Wild fans, who went to the second intermission a bit stunned at the deficit facing their team.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
16 Mar. 2026
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Zendaya first sparked wedding rumors last month when she was spotted with a gold band in place of her usual rock, though fans were unsure if the actor had simply turned her ring towards her palm or switched to a simpler ring to keep the real one safe.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
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Fitness enthusiasts from around the world are participating in competitions along Ocean Drive, between Fifth and Eighth streets.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The tally may even provide a sticker shock for BMW enthusiasts, who also may justify the hefty number considering the carmaker’s reputation as a driver’s delight.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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If so, that advice was not followed by the pro-Khamenei fanatics who turned out thousands of Iranians to support their new leader, who could be taken out like his father was.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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Pollen season is more than a nuisance for clean-car fanatics.—
Nancy Badertscher,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Junkies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junkies. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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