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  • present participle of itch.
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itching

[ich-ing] / ˈɪtʃ ɪŋ /






NOUN
ants in one's pants
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The findings, made in mouse models, reveal a dedicated sensory system that may eventually help scientists develop better treatments for chronic itching disorders.

From Science Daily Jul. 14, 2026

The symptoms of scabies are intense itching, especially at night, and a raised rash or spots that usually spreads across the whole body, apart from the head and neck.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

I wish this weren’t the case, but my favorite thing in the world is working the legislative process to deliver for a community, and I am itching to get back to doing that work.

From Salon Jun. 2, 2026

The series features Davis as Renee, a volunteer at the community center who is itching for combat.

From Los Angeles Times May 13, 2026

It was not their usual bath night, but the Incorrigible children had been itching and scratching with increasing frequency since their adventure in the forest.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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