JONESING Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

jonesing

adjective

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as in craving

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Wilson brought up actor Matthew Perry, who had been undergoing ketamine-infusion therapy and became addicted, leading him to acquire the drug outside the safety of a clinic.

— Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2026
Researchers say Meta's efforts to reduce the risk of children becoming addicted to the scrolling features of social media platforms have been largely unsuccessful.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026

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