Question 1

What does "Jonesing (For)" mean?

Accepted Answer

US slang: experiencing a strong craving or urgent desire for something, originally from drug-withdrawal slang.

Question 2

How is "Jonesing (For)" used in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Example: "After cutting out caffeine for a week, I'm jonesing for a strong cup of coffee."

Question 3

What category does "Jonesing (For)" belong to?

Accepted Answer

"Jonesing (For)" is part of American Slang slang. Informal expressions and idioms used across the United States, shaped by regional dialects, AAVE, immigrant languages, the internet, and pop culture. American slang evolves quickly and is highly context-dependent, with meanings and usage varying by age, region, and setting.

Jonesing (For)

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