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also junky
1
as in addict
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
heroin junkies wasting their lives
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2
as in fan
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
a television cartoon junkie
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Recent Examples of junkie
Here's what theme park junkies and avid gamers need to know about SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal's Epic Universe.
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Samantha Neely, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Nobody else is going to take the death of a few junkies seriously, but Mickey is filled with empathy and personal motivation.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
Never stop being a sports junkie, KD.
—Michael Sykes, For The Win, 7 Mar. 2025
Which for comic fans and political junkies alike is sheer mana.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
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Samantha Neely, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Nobody else is going to take the death of a few junkies seriously, but Mickey is filled with empathy and personal motivation.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
Never stop being a sports junkie, KD.
—Michael Sykes, For The Win, 7 Mar. 2025
Which for comic fans and political junkies alike is sheer mana.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for junkie
Noun
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Protecting his sobriety is why tight end Darren Waller, a recovering drug addict and alcoholic — who has faced multiple suspensions throughout his eight-year NFL career — abruptly retired from the game last season.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
22 July 2025
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Despite tent encampment sweeps, addicts are back, as are the drug traffickers plying their trade.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
22 July 2025
Noun
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Around 4,500 Everton fans made the short trip into neighbouring Lancashire for Saturday’s match.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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From immersive fan zones to interactive panels, the W gave its growing audience more access than ever before.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
21 July 2025
Noun
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An initial prompt might classify a user's request or event, with the output generating a more specialized sub-prompt.—
Pradeep Kumar Muthukamatchi,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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But there’s another addictive ingredient too, especially aimed at younger users.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Quinn’s role as Eddie Munson, a heavy metal enthusiast and leader of the Hellfire Club, on season four of Stranger Things marked his breakout role in Hollywood.—
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Discovery Cove offers a truly unique waterpark experience that aquatic life enthusiasts will adore.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Beach lovers should check out Britannia Beach and then continue to drive north towards Sea to Sky Gondola.—
Miriam Porter,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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On the hunt for the key to a country music lover’s heart?—
Ramal Nasim
July 25,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Skincare fanatics will appreciate deals on RoC’s beloved wrinkle cream, La Roche-Posay’s tinted SPF, and a host of K-beauty labels fortunately stocked on Amazon.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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Alexander was a talented guitarist, a Ranger fanatic and a prankster.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
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“Junkie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junkie. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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