binging
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of binging
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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Born Lizette Gutierrez in San Jose to Mexican immigrant parents, San Cha grew up offsetting her intense Bible study by binging on telenovelas after school.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2025
For Sinead Quinn, she's "at a point in my life, I know this cycle of binging and restrictive dieting needs to stop".
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025
Unlike disordered-eating behaviors like binging or purging, which often prompt concern or intervention, orthorexic actions are likely to be overlooked or even praised.
From Slate • May 25, 2025
It’s the stuff of popcorn binging and soda gulping, a classic summertime treat.
From Salon • Aug. 2, 2024
Before the show was over, all the humans were checking their buzzing and binging phones.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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