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as in addiction
a physiological need for certain drugs
I've got this monkey on my back, and going to detox is the only way to get it off
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as in devil
an appealingly mischievous person
come back here, you little monkey!
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Recent Examples of monkey
Evan Bush, NBC news, 11 May 2025
With that monkey off his back, McIlroy returns to major action at next week’s PGA Championship at Quail Hollow.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
Geoffrey A. Fowler, The Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2019
To make matters more confusing, Apple monkeyed around with the names of the new stuff.
—Geoffrey A. Fowler, The Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2019
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Noun
Forest monkeys, which have relatively simple social groups, mostly use vocalizations to manage predatory threats, Townsend said.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 11 May 2025
With that monkey off his back, McIlroy returns to major action at next week’s PGA Championship at Quail Hollow.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
Verb
To make matters more confusing, Apple monkeyed around with the names of the new stuff.
—Geoffrey A. Fowler, The Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2019
To make matters more confusing, Apple monkeyed around with the names of the new stuff.
—Geoffrey A. Fowler, The Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monkey
Noun
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However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2025
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Behind many crises that boil over as addiction, depression, or violence are months of scraping by, running from food pantries to housing court, cramming into shelter, waiting on treatment and going without.—
Nora McCarthy,
New York Daily News,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Assign a devil’s advocate to challenge views and ensure richer discussions. 6.—
Nuala Walsh,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Mahnaz’s son is a Tasmanian devil spinning his ticking time bomb energy into entrepreneurial pursuits (running a gambling ring at school), bullying classmates and yelling at any adult that interferes with his forcefield.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
22 May 2025
Verb
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According to Check Point, Google is second only to Microsoft in its likelihood to be aped in an attack.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The animation perfectly apes the style of the cartoons of the '50s and Alan Cumming's overly energetic performance is perfect for the character.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Alex has two choices: Linger at Union Station and see what rascals cross her path, or take up an invitation to join her British guardian angels at their home in Winnetka.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
23 Mar. 2025
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After their car is stolen, the group of rascals must resort to some hilarious hijinks to get past the finish line.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
12 Mar. 2025
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Content Creators And Brand Ambassadors Gstaad Guy parades in Loro Piana, and the European Kid parodies luxury culture.—
Matteo Atti,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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So in this latest version of her avatar, she’s created an Alison whose dilemma parodies contemporary celebrity culture, while also parodying herself, the author.—
Hanna Rosin,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Ellie’s choppy boat ride, the rogue wave washing her ashore, her capture and release at the hands of the cult — all were colorful and dramatic but felt abrupt and even extraneous to the story.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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Harry goes searching for Seraphina and Brendan, who've gone rogue.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 May 2025
Verb
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Best Wayfair Patio Furniture Memorial Day Sales If staycations are on the calendar this year, outdoor furniture that mimics the luxury and comfort of a resort is a must.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2025
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Students can also participate in team challenges that mimic real-world collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The trend became so ubiquitous that the Democratic presidential candidate and former vice president Kamala Harris was declared brat by Charli herself.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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The proud son of Filipino immigrants turns amateur foodies into grilling experts, cooking the likes of lobster, short ribs, beer brats and noodle dishes.—
Lesley O'Toole,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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“Monkey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monkey. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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