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Meaning of ‘Jonesing [for something]’ Idiom in English

Jonesing [for something]

Meaning

The term “jonesing for something" is an informal way of saying that you really want something. It's often used to describe a strong desire for a particular thing or experience. 

Examples

I'm jonesing for a cup of coffee.

He's been jonesing for a new video game.

I'm jonesing for a slice of pizza right now.

She has been jonesing for a vacation on the beach.

After a long day at work, I'm jonesing for a hot bath and a good book.

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