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as in passionate
having a strong sexual desire
itchy sailors on shore leave
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Recent Examples of itchy
The byproduct was irritated, itchy skin with the discomfort of scratches, scabs and the stink that accompanied it.
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Katherine Ott,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
The Bella Stretch Vintage Shorts are made with organic cotton, lyocell, and spandex to prevent that stiff, itchy feeling of traditional denim.
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Bria McNeal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
People who have had chickenpox are at risk of developing the burning, itchy rash years or decades later.
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Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
28 June 2026
Symptoms can include yellow skin or eyes, itchy skin, kidney disease and more.
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Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Sneezing fits, itchy eyes and a stuffy nose send millions of people searching for relief every season, and one ancient remedy keeps showing up in the conversation, reishi mushrooms.
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Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy skin and coughing.
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Eva Flowe
june 23,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
Those kilts will be a bit thick and itchy in the Miami heat, and beer does not come at Boston prices by the beach.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Their itchy bites can cause allergic reactions.
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Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Katherine Ott,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
The Bella Stretch Vintage Shorts are made with organic cotton, lyocell, and spandex to prevent that stiff, itchy feeling of traditional denim.
—
Bria McNeal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
People who have had chickenpox are at risk of developing the burning, itchy rash years or decades later.
—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
28 June 2026
Symptoms can include yellow skin or eyes, itchy skin, kidney disease and more.
—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Sneezing fits, itchy eyes and a stuffy nose send millions of people searching for relief every season, and one ancient remedy keeps showing up in the conversation, reishi mushrooms.
—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy skin and coughing.
—
Eva Flowe
june 23,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
Those kilts will be a bit thick and itchy in the Miami heat, and beer does not come at Boston prices by the beach.
—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Their itchy bites can cause allergic reactions.
—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for itchy
Adjective
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Few workplace behaviors are as small, common and irritating as the message that goes unanswered.
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Greenberg tried his best to ignore an irritating ankle injury that had plagued him the last couple of weeks and grimaced under the hazy sunlight as the pitcher, probably 20 or more years his junior, stared him down.
Adjective
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The Democrats are also passionate about the Constitution, the rule of law and due process — all high ground positions.
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Even in some of the big, seemingly soulless companies, there’s a lot of really passionate people who want to make art.
Adjective
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July 4th will be far hotter than normal for many and will follow several days in a row of intense heat.
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Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.
Adjective
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White's bad-boy heartthrob status has given way to many horny memes, as well as curiosity about his love life.
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Her music owned up to being horny, garish, and superficial, but could scan as thin or cheap when held up to other kinds of ethical or political scrutiny.
Adjective
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The 21-year-old was nervous and excited putting on the Lakers’ gold jersey Friday at Chase Center.
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Mauricio Umansky, Richards' estranged husband, is just as excited for the family's new addition.
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“Itchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itchy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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