1
as in desire
sexual appetite
had chaperones at the prom to discourage kids with an adolescent itch
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2
as in craving
a strong wish for something
has an itch to travel to far-off and exciting places
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3
as in lust
intense sexual desire
sailors on shore leave looking to satisfy the itch
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as in to annoy
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
don't let her snide put-downs and wisecracks itch you—just ignore her
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Recent Examples of itch
Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2025
Eventually, though, Moehrig got the itch to create his own numerical legacy.
—Diamond Vences, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
When the bite begins to itch and people scratch it, the parasite then gets into the person’s bloodstream.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
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Noun
So, Glenn decided to scratch an itch that’s been on his mind since his grandfather told him stories about eating frogs in California, way back when.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2025
Eventually, though, Moehrig got the itch to create his own numerical legacy.
—Diamond Vences, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
The Chicago Cubs have the player everyone will be itching to sign away in free agency this winter.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
When the bite begins to itch and people scratch it, the parasite then gets into the person’s bloodstream.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for itch
Noun
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Your creative abilities and desire for fun, games and enjoyment will all be enhanced, as well.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
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And that simple desire — to play at home — is precisely why Enfield Town exists.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With options ranging from breakfast scones to showstopping cakes, Publix has every fall craving covered.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Amen pointed out that beta blockers do not cause cravings or withdrawals like other anti-anxiety medications.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel Hamnet imagined the relationship between the Bard and his spouse as an intimate tale of lust, compromise, joy, resentment, support, and sorrow.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
8 Sep. 2025
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Love and lust were at the heart of True Blood — and not just in the swamps of Bon Temps.—
Jane LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Don't push sales and annoy people.—
Nitin Gupta,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Comments about my fast walk annoy me.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Hess talked about chess with a sense of gravity that went beyond interest or mere passion; an elegant move or complex position would light him up.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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Beyond the gridiron and his partnership with Hot Wheels, Wilson continues to build on his passion for inspiring the next generation through his lifestyle brand, 3BRAND.—
Andy Frye,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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New smells, the sight of movement, or the presence of other animals can overwhelm their recall training, making the urge to explore stronger than their owner's call.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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Collaborations can also be lucrative, and the urge to join a wellness class or community is strong.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Power gains are bugged to be too low for a new power grind that no one wants to do anyway.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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On average, the matador bugs increased their waving behavior seven times more in the presence of the predatory mantids.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This year finds artists quenching fans’ thirst for pop hits, literally.—
Gary Trust,
Billboard,
12 Sep. 2025
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Passionate about all things food and beverage, newness in flavor and technique quench my thirst for information, but so does learning about the people and places behind these movements.—
Emily Cappiello,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Itch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itch. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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