scratch the/an itch

idiom

chiefly US, informal
: to satisfy a desire or need for something
Sign up for a tour of Asia and scratch the itch to travel.

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After working as a scouting intern with the Baltimore Ravens last year, Jefferson signed with the Chargers hoping to scratch an itch to play that never wavered. Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024 The best way to combat the urge is to invest in a product that can scratch the itch for you instead—metaphorically. Celeste Polanco, Essence, 30 Aug. 2024 SolForge Fusion is distinct in offering online matchmaking, in part to scratch the itch of competitive play for some folks. Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 12 Apr. 2024 For example, users can operate the robot to feed themselves, scratch an itch, or cover themselves with a blanket. IEEE Spectrum, 31 May 2024 Nearing Expiration Shucked If a cornucopia of puns is your thing, this lowbrow comedic musical about a small-town woman who leaves home to save her corn just might scratch the itch. Rachel Sherman, New York Times, 22 Nov. 2023 Before the deadline, chances are good that Young will scratch an itch or two and add to the rotation, as well as the bullpen. Kevin Sherrington, Dallas News, 4 May 2023 Ghia makes beautiful sparkling aperitifs, as does Giglia – both scratch an itch for both alcohol replacements or soda alternatives. Kate Dingwall, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 The giant animals have been seen using their trunks to pick up and hold sticks in order to scratch an itch. Daisy Hernandez, Popular Mechanics, 14 Apr. 2022

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“Scratch the/an itch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scratch%20the%2Fan%20itch. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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