1
as in spree
a bout of prolonged or excessive drinking
weekend binges are a serious problem at many colleges and universities
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2
as in romp
a time or instance of carefree fun
a shopping binge at the mall
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3
as in event
a social gathering
what should we wear to this binge at the country club?
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Recent Examples of binge
Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2025
Between July’s trading binge and their offseason moves, the Rays have significantly changed the cast of characters in the clubhouse since last spring.
—Marc Topkin, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2025
PCMAG, 25 Mar. 2025
While the scheduling move to Fridays could bring in a few more people to sample the show, viewers seeking it out and binging the existing episodes on Peacock in large numbers would save it from cancellation.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2025
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Noun
These devices work by masking sudden noise disruptions, like a barking dog or a neighbor’s late-night TV binge.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2025
Between July’s trading binge and their offseason moves, the Rays have significantly changed the cast of characters in the clubhouse since last spring.
—Marc Topkin, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2025
Verb
Every streaming service needs a classic 1990s sitcom to binge, so BET+ has Martin.
—PCMAG, 25 Mar. 2025
While the scheduling move to Fridays could bring in a few more people to sample the show, viewers seeking it out and binging the existing episodes on Peacock in large numbers would save it from cancellation.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for binge
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In addition to Sacramento, the group robbed banks and credit unions in Vallejo, Suisun City, Benicia, Concord and Antioch in a spree that began in June of 2023 and continued through September 2024, the agreement shows.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Simone Biles Knows Something About Victory Biles is coming off a record-setting spree in 2024 after winning four Olympic medals at the Paris Games, bringing her total medal count to 11 with seven gold, two silver and two bronze.—
Kasey Nelson,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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In the wake of the devastating events of last Sunday's episode of The Last of Us, this week's installment marked a new chapter for Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and the rest of the survivors of the infected horde's attack on Jackson.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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For traders focused on events, comprehending Snap’s historical stock behavior following earnings can provide valuable insights.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Zimmerman, 44, was scheduled to perform a multi-hour set alongside fellow electronic artist Zhu, who could also be seen drinking during the show, according to videos posted to social media.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Preventing a cancer diagnosis is a top health goal for many – and what people eat and drink can potentially play a big role.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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That’s different from dealing with homosexual drunks.—
Bryan Washington,
The New Yorker,
23 Mar. 2025
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The bus is full of heroes, students, shoppers, phone scrollers, mothers with kids, silent commuters and the occasional drunks.—
Keith Sharon,
The Tennessean,
18 Feb. 2025
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When a drug bust at a party attended by high-profile second-generation VIPs leads to a dangerous conspiracy, the yadang must fight to survive.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2025
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Or more commonly known (if it’s commonly known?) as a placenta party.—
Danielle Pergament,
Allure,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Some allegedly caroused until dawn.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Mar. 2025
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From there, a series of scenes — a late-night house party full of adults drinking and carousing, a cascade of tinsel falling off a Christmas tree, a playground fail — replicate a you-are-there feeling as a preadolescent named Elwood Curtis navigates the agonies and ecstasies of boyhood.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
12 Dec. 2024
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The 24-year-old social media star wrapped a three-day bender at Coachella weekend one, rocking three separate looks with completely different vibes.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Frank Frank starts his day on a bender, wearing leopard-print underwear and surrounded by beautiful women.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2025
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Chatterjee is trying to unite her capital neighbors through drag dance parties, happy hours, bracelet-making bashes, and drum circles.—
Julia Angwin,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2025
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Michele, 38, shared photos of the bash on Instagram, including a shot snapped as the actor blew out candles on his birthday cake.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Binge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binge. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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