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as in alcoholism
the condition of being drunk
there's a firm distinction between the moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages and overindulgence to the point of intoxication
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as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
the intoxication felt by two people who have just fallen in love
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Recent Examples of intoxication
The county coroner's office ruled Tyson's death a homicide in August, also listing as contributing factors a heart condition and cocaine and alcohol intoxication.
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CBS News, 2 Nov. 2024
The trooper alleged that Lynch was showing clear signs of intoxication including bloodshot glossy eyes, according to state police.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2024
Although rare, drinking excessive amounts of water can lead to water intoxication.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 23 Oct. 2024
What is Methanol Poisoning? Sir Colin Berry, an emeritus professor of pathology at Queen Mary University of London, explained in a statement that the symptoms of methanol intoxication are initially similar to feeling drunk.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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CBS News, 2 Nov. 2024
The trooper alleged that Lynch was showing clear signs of intoxication including bloodshot glossy eyes, according to state police.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2024
Although rare, drinking excessive amounts of water can lead to water intoxication.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 23 Oct. 2024
What is Methanol Poisoning? Sir Colin Berry, an emeritus professor of pathology at Queen Mary University of London, explained in a statement that the symptoms of methanol intoxication are initially similar to feeling drunk.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxication
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Brzezinski, meanwhile, suggested that there was sensitivity about talking about alcoholism.Greg Evans, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
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But Trump, who lost a brother to alcoholism, reportedly has strong feelings about the disease of addiction.Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 29 Nov. 2024
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Its trademark trio, though, is ketamine, methamphetamine and ecstasy — all of which were found in Payne’s system at the time of his death last week, according to a preliminary toxicology report.Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2024
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Navalny puts the card in his breast pocket and has a moment of his own religious ecstasy.Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 21 Oct. 2024
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This dimension includes positive outcomes such as happiness, positivity, satisfaction and high self-esteem as well as negative outcomes such as depression, negative emotions, relationship issues, stress and susceptibility to disorders like anxiety, addiction and mood or personality disorders.Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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In fact, second shots at happiness are fully in the zeitgeist.Nora Dahlia, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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While the heavens above can often reflect this same vision, with the stars and planets moving onward into new territory, the sky also has wisdom for us, too.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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In one motion, Hunter leaped about five feet, extending one arm to the heavens.Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 29 Nov. 2024
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There, a narrator and singer welcomes and regales guests with tales of how different Latin countries present stories of Santa Claus, or, say, the joy of unwrapping a tamale.Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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From reintroducing the world to the joys of friendship bracelets to inspiring the highest-grossing concert film of all time, the Eras Tour certainly made its mark.Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Intoxication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxication. Accessed 19 Dec. 2024.
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