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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
These are alt-sodas sweetened with monk fruit, which has a hollow sweetness that leaves my tongue itchy.
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Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Feb. 2026
The silky lining keeps the wool from feeling itchy against the skin, as shared by Brinkley in an HSN video.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Even on a standard two week holiday successful owners often get itchy feet by day ten.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Blisters or itchy red bumps around the navel that spread to other areas of the body (such as the abdomen, buttocks), a condition known as Pemphigoid gestationis.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 29 Jan. 2026
Plus, hats and scarves can trap oil and sweat, which can lead to itchy scalps and greasy roots.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 Jan. 2026
While allergies are a possibility, cats with allergies usually manifest clinically with pruritic or itchy skin issues.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
The itchy rash is accompanied by intense stinging, pain, and burning.
—Fara Rosenzweig, Outside, 24 Jan. 2026
Bottom line Although dry, itchy skin is a frustrating problem that can arise when taking cholesterol-lowering medication, using a daily barrier repair cream that can replenish cholesterol in your skin can mitigate these side effects.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Feb. 2026
The silky lining keeps the wool from feeling itchy against the skin, as shared by Brinkley in an HSN video.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Even on a standard two week holiday successful owners often get itchy feet by day ten.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Blisters or itchy red bumps around the navel that spread to other areas of the body (such as the abdomen, buttocks), a condition known as Pemphigoid gestationis.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 29 Jan. 2026
Plus, hats and scarves can trap oil and sweat, which can lead to itchy scalps and greasy roots.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 Jan. 2026
While allergies are a possibility, cats with allergies usually manifest clinically with pruritic or itchy skin issues.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
The itchy rash is accompanied by intense stinging, pain, and burning.
—Fara Rosenzweig, Outside, 24 Jan. 2026
Bottom line Although dry, itchy skin is a frustrating problem that can arise when taking cholesterol-lowering medication, using a daily barrier repair cream that can replenish cholesterol in your skin can mitigate these side effects.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for itchy
Adjective
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Rubbing alcohol isn’t corrosive to metals, doesn’t stain clothes, and doesn’t cause the same irritating fumes as working with bleach does.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Feb. 2026
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The hypoallergenic face serum is free from potentially irritating ingredients, such as parabens and synthetic fragrances, too.—
Lauren Taylor,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But the Seahawks and their passionate fans will take it; this title represents Seattle's second Super Bowl triumph and exacts a measure of revenge for the heart-wrenching, last-second defeat in Super Bowl 49.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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Adler was a particularly passionate crusader against the scourge of child labor.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But the audience size showed that a hot musical act could attract a significant chunk of the audience already gathered to watch the game.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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At this stage in its evolution, the central star, the one that’s contracting down on its way to becoming a white dwarf, is only slightly hotter than the Sun is.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Feb. 2026
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According to some of the horniest TV shows of the past year, the answer is yes.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2026
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Is this just wish fulfillment for horny old widowers?—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
18 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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So, there are all sorts of fun details and influences here and everybody at Eintracht Frankfurt sounds incredibly excited about where the appointment may lead.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio — during the halftime show, to a family excited to witness their son play in one of the biggest games of his career, here's a quick breakdown of those moments.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Itchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itchy. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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