addict
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So it took a lot of breaking down these defenses and addict ways of thinking that told me I was unique or special.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
After Meta agreed on Wednesday to settle claims that it designed Facebook and Instagram to addict and harm young users, a debate is already brewing about whether this one qualifies.
From Slate ● Aug. 26, 2026
The Queen, also a self-confessed Archers addict, acted out her role as president of the National Osteoporosis Society, in a special episode to mark The Archers' 60th anniversary.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
Thousands of lawsuits claim social media platforms intentionally addict young users, causing mental health issues.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
Because he had never seen TV before, he was a total addict who barked out warnings and advice to the characters on the screen.
From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman
There might yet be hope for the addicts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
In the two weeks since the summit, news outlets have been dutifully publishing articles that draw on facts and medical expertise, explaining that Kennedy is wrong to compare people who use SSRIs to heroin addicts.
From Salon ● May 18, 2026
The BBC has spoken to the families of more than 30 victims – including those of recovering addicts, and employees of the centre - who reject Pakistan's claims.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
Kelly could no longer rely on the steady viewership of a TV channel, with those perma-couch news addicts who couldn’t be bothered to change the channel when the program that preceded hers ended.
From Slate ● May 6, 2026
But no one is acknowledging what at least is clear, that someone took a little trouble with this one, that it’s not a drive-by situation, it’s not the work of vandals or addicts.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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