(don't) I wish
Definition of (don't) I wish
informal
—used to say that one wants something to happen but knows it will probably not happen “Did he ask you to the dance?” “I wish!” “Will you be getting the job?” “Don't I wish!”
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: do not
: does not
: a command or entreaty not to do something
: the 9th letter of the English alphabet
: a graphic representation of this letter
: a speech counterpart of orthographic i
: industrial
: initial
: intelligence
: imaginary unit
: to have a desire for (something, such as something unattainable)
: to give expression to as a wish : bid
: to give form to (a wish)
: an act or instance of wishing or desire : want
: an object of desire : goal
: an expressed will or desire : mandate
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