addicted
Example Sentences
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The documentary argues that Nadal was addicted to competition, often at the expense of his own health.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
I get why people get addicted to online trading.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
Hall also points to the impact of the digital environment and people becoming "addicted by design" through algorithms.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
Before much cooking can occur, however, Gruel explains that many Americans are addicted to processed foods because those foods have been chemically engineered to be addictive.
From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026
In Reggie’s case, it’s impossible to conclusively say he was addicted to technology.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
