be itching to . be itching to {v. phr.} To have a very strong desire to do something. Jack is itching to travel abroad. Categories: add yours desire travel {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: B Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Leave my opinion