craving

noun crav·ing \ ˈkrā-viŋ \

|Updated on: 17 Jun 2018

Examples: craving in a Sentence

Definition of craving

: an intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing

a craving for chocolate

a craving for new experiences

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Examples of craving in a Sentence

I had a sudden craving for french fries, so I pulled into the nearest fast-food restaurant.
a pregnant woman with a craving for pickles

Recent Examples of craving from the Web

The insecurity of wealthy Chinese, and their craving for Western education for their children, is evident in the rapid growth of whole communities of them in the suburbs of big Australian, American and Canadian cities.

— The Economist, "Citizens of the worldWhy many rich Chinese don’t live in China," 17 May 2018
The diet brand’s lollipops, which are offered in grape, watermelon, yellow apple, and berry flavors, contain Satiereal, an extract from natural plants that is said to control cravings, food intake, and weight.

— lauren valenti, Vogue, "Kim Kardashian West Sparks Controversy With an Appetite-Suppressant Lollipop—Here’s Why," 16 May 2018
Kardashian, 33, was vocal about her cravings throughout her pregnancy, which included spaghetti with a side of strawberries and whipped cream, pancakes, an ice cream sandwich, and an Uber Eats delivery from Popeye’s.

— madison roberts, PEOPLE.com, "The First Thing Khloé Kardashian Ate After Giving Birth Was a McDonald's Hash Brown," 14 May 2018
Opioid antagonists, such as naltrexone, indirectly inhibit brain cells from producing dopamine, thereby reducing cravings.

— ferris jabr, Scientific American, "How the Brain Gets Addicted to Gambling," 14 May 2018
The Hottest New Boutique Hotel Is Actually a Yacht Courtesy Everett Collection Adventure yachting is the answer to your intense craving for luxury on the high seas.

— natalie b. compton, GQ, "The Hottest New Boutique Hotel Is Actually a Yacht," 19 Apr. 2018
Marijuana may be useful in combating alcoholism and curbing cocaine cravings.

— emily price, Fortune, "Marijuana May Aid in Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery," 26 Mar. 2018
On the other hand, a slice of whole-grain crisp bread boasts about a third of the calories — and fills your craving for carbs. 2.

— amy gorin, NBC News, "8 simple swaps that'll save you 100 calories at every meal," 8 Jan. 2018
This NoLa spot will satisfy your cravings for both design and a good handcrafted drink with its iconic space and industrial design.

— kelsey kloss, ELLE Decor, "7 Best Things To Do In New Orleans That Deviate From The Expected," 3 Mar. 2017

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