as in loaded
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
One hour before sunrise, seven planets will be strung out across the sky from east to west, starting with Mercury and Jupiter very low to the eastern horizon.
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Joe Rao, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2025
They were strung out, seeking help, and fell into a confounding dystopia.
—Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 27 Jan. 2025
At the end of the frame, Edwards strung out a pick and roll, dragging multiple defenders with him on the perimeter before zipping a pass down low for an easy Rudy Gobert finish.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2025
After Dante Exum responded with a 3, Murray strung out the defence and found Khem Birch (who played ahead of Kelly Olynyk and Trey Lyles up front in the second half) for a layup.
—Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 30 July 2024
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Joe Rao, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2025
They were strung out, seeking help, and fell into a confounding dystopia.
—Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 27 Jan. 2025
At the end of the frame, Edwards strung out a pick and roll, dragging multiple defenders with him on the perimeter before zipping a pass down low for an easy Rudy Gobert finish.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2025
After Dante Exum responded with a 3, Murray strung out the defence and found Khem Birch (who played ahead of Kelly Olynyk and Trey Lyles up front in the second half) for a layup.
—Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 30 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strung out
Adjective
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While both teams chase Kansas City in the loaded AFC, Buffalo’s win could prove pivotal come January.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Gators entered the game ranked 13th in the nation and appeared primed to make a run in the loaded SEC, but things have obviously taken a tumultuous turn for Billy Napier's group.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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When at ports, the crew does everything from deck tours and day sails to maintenance, such as fixing a stove, sewing a ripped sail or doing laundry.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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The end of the footage shows a man in a ripped shirt trying to leave before being punched in the face by a woman.—
Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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China also has its Tianwen-1 orbiter, which carries a high-resolution camera comparable to that of MRO.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Revenue softness from tax cuts, coupled with a higher import bill due to currency weakness, could affect the fiscal consolidation of Asia's second-largest economy.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This is when water from a sprinkler head sprays out onto the sidewalk or street, and that's considered wasted water.—
Yvette Fernandez,
NPR,
28 Aug. 2025
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Each episode is just 25 minutes long, with no wasted motion, and creator Félix Sabroso is already at work on a second season.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Broadly, there are five primary bill types, including conical, hooked, chisels, pointed needle-like and spoon-like beaks.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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The sibling trope makes these narratives more dramatic, keeping audiences hooked.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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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.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The president sought to show supporters that the achievements of his administration would be wiped out if Republican opponent Mitt Romney won the election.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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His touchdown pass to Damian Henderson II seconds later was also wiped out because of a holding penalty.—
Joe Davidosn,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Reports say Edwards and his wife became addicted to drugs and were arrested multiple times.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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An additional concern about vaping is the emergence of a new generation that has become addicted to nicotine without the use of cigarettes.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Strung out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strung%20out. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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