1
as in desire
sexual appetite
had chaperones at the prom to discourage kids with an adolescent itch
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2
as in craving
a strong wish for something
has an itch to travel to far-off and exciting places
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3
as in lust
intense sexual desire
sailors on shore leave looking to satisfy the itch
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as in to annoy
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
don't let her snide put-downs and wisecracks itch you—just ignore her
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Recent Examples of itch
Arika Herron, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
Long-terms followers of Garmin might feel a little itch at the back of their brains wondering if this could be an experimental precursor to a Garmin acquisition of Therabody.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
This city in Southwestern Arizona boasts more than 300 days of sunshine each year and is perfect for anyone itching to get outdoors.
—Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
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Noun
While the elbow noodles are tender, the flavor is a little too different from the traditional version of the dish to scratch that itch.
—Arika Herron, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
Long-terms followers of Garmin might feel a little itch at the back of their brains wondering if this could be an experimental precursor to a Garmin acquisition of Therabody.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Verb
This is when skin tends to itch, crack, and break more than usual—especially sensitive skin.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
This city in Southwestern Arizona boasts more than 300 days of sunshine each year and is perfect for anyone itching to get outdoors.
—Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for itch
Noun
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What hasn’t changed, according to Brown, is that strong desire to experience something authentic, and that means not just being a consumer.—
Meredith Lepore,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2025
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For instance, with Venus in your communication sector and Uranus retrograde activating your fifth house of self-expression, the cosmos pushes you to open up and communicate your desires, specifically those surrounding your values and sense of self-worth.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
26 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Sleep deprivation has been shown to increase blood sugar fluctuations and food cravings.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
27 Jan. 2025
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Increased access to weight-loss and diabetes drugs can also help Americans reduce weight and cravings, O’Keefe said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
26 Jan. 2025
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There’s lust, playfulness, and confidence oozing all throughout this track.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
20 Dec. 2024
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Ellen’s entire life has been a nightmare, haunted by Orlok and his diabolical lust.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
29 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Patrice O’Neal did a wonderful job of being annoyed.—
Mikey O'Connell,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Jan. 2025
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As the two moved through the scenes like a pair of tragic jesters, delighting the wide-eyed and annoying the cynics.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
16 Jan. 2025
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This year’s slate includes passion projects from a myriad of top Hollywood talent who decamped to Park City, Utah, for screenings, panels, and parties.—
David Graver,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2025
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The brain of a neurodivergent person is wired for passions and novelty, which trigger the motivation to start and stay engaged with that interesting task, Nordmeyer said.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Establish a deliberate pause between the urge to purchase and the decision to act.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Strolling along the Art District on Santa Fe and into this trove of inspiration for the first time last year poked a creative urge that has kept me coming back for more.—
Miguel Otárola,
The Denver Post,
20 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Impact Impact, another word that bugs me to no end, is in my top three words to drop.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes,
4 Dec. 2024
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Pretty much since the first day Fortnite Chapter 6 season 1 launched, players have been complaining that XP across the game’s various modes either felt nerfed or bugged.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
4 Dec. 2024
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The attacks demonstrated the group's thirst for vengeance against those who intervened against its initial rise in Iraq and Syria over a decade ago.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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His work is driven by curiosity, passion, and a thirst for experiences through adventure and travel… Read More Allen Farmelo Allen Farmelo is Robb Report's digital watch editor.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Itch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itch. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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