as in ripped
being under the influence of a recreational drug
she seems to have been strung out for most of the 1960s
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Recent Examples of strung out
Wehrlein also used some Attack Mode to join the lead pack as the field strung out in a manner uncommon to Formula E races.
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David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
Indiana strung out the play and linebacker Isaiah Jones met Bernard at the 34-yard line.
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The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
Many of my childhood friends were headed to prison or strung out on drugs.
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John Blake,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
Steve now strung out wide in Lane 2 to avoid traffic, but taking on more distance than Virén, who hugged the inside as if painted there, as were Stewart and Gammoudi.
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Literary Hub,
2 June 2025
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David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
Indiana strung out the play and linebacker Isaiah Jones met Bernard at the 34-yard line.
—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
Many of my childhood friends were headed to prison or strung out on drugs.
—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
Steve now strung out wide in Lane 2 to avoid traffic, but taking on more distance than Virén, who hugged the inside as if painted there, as were Stewart and Gammoudi.
—
Literary Hub,
2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strung out
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In photos shared by the authorities of the sisters, the siblings could be seen in very similar outfits consisting of matching brown jackets, blue jeans, with Azariah sporting a ripped pair, and boots.
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To stress just how high the challenge was, Leeds’ left-back was left with a ripped pair of shorts.
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Barlow allowed a home run, a single and two hit by pitches without recording an out, bringing Medina in with bases the loaded and no outs.
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The news release said the accidental shooting happened after children gained access to an unsecured and loaded firearm.
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Beren has achived high ratings from customers since moving into a stylish dining room that was formerly a vegetarian fine-dining restaurant.
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When nutrient levels are high, feasting algae can quickly reproduce.
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According to Inside Climate News, the rescue took place on Sunday, June 7, when the male turtle, later named Bowser, had been foul-hooked near his left front flipper by a fisherman casting off the pier.
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Audiences all over the world became hooked on streaming during lockdown and movie theater audiences still haven't recovered.
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When these work together, firms may reduce wasted spend, improve lead quality, and stabilize case flow.
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No doubling back, no wasted time zigzagging across the city.
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Contestants from all across the nation will face rigorous tests that mirror the real-life journey of a comedian — from brutal open mics to bombed sets, rewrites and the pressure of big-stage performances.
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Though not as big or catastrophic as the asteroid theorized to have wiped out the dinosaurs 66 million years ago, Apophis would cause widespread destruction up to several hundred kilometers from its impact site.
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Article continues below Jen (voiced by Stephen Garlick), who is a member of another, near-extinct race called Gelflings, was raised by Mystics after Skeksis wiped out his extended family.
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Directed by Pixar veteran Andrew Stanton, the fifth installment follows Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Jessie (Joan Cusack) and the gang of anthropomorphic toys as their owner Bonnie becomes addicted to her new favorite gadget, a kiddie smart tablet known as Lilypad.
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The state does not sufficiently fund services for people who become addicted to gambling via the sports-betting apps on their phones, mental health experts say, and there are not enough therapists trained to treat gambling addiction.
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“Strung out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strung%20out. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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