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drug abuse
noun
addiction to drugs.
substance abuse involving drugs.
Other Word Forms
- drug abuser noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of drug abuse1
Example Sentences
Much has been written about Wilson’s well-known struggles with mental health-related issues and drug abuse.
His vast catalog of incomparable achievement also contained thwarted hopes and despair amid his drug abuse and mental illness.
A DfC spokesperson said it recognised that drug abuse and associated anti-social behaviour in the city centre was a major issue and was working closely with other organisations, including the council, to tackle the problems.
Funding for top Trump administration priorities — like programs on autism, chronic disease, drug abuse and mental health — is also on the chopping block.
Then came 2003’s “21 Grams” and a lead actress Oscar nomination for playing Cristina, a recovering addict who plummets into drug abuse after her husband and child die in a car accident.
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