starved for

phrase

chiefly US

: badly in need of being given (something needed for one's emotional well-being)

Those children are starved for attention.

Examples of starved for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That could determine whether the microdrama might be here to stay, occupying a new lane in an industry starved for jobs. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026

But neither that play nor the ones that precluded it have been enough to move him up the depth chart, even on a team starved for pass rushing help. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026

The Mavericks were so starved for ballhandling last season, Flagg played heavy minutes at point guard. — Christian Clark, New York Times, 20 July 2026

The film showcases the rise of Vietnam Pro Wrestling (VPW) and how pro wrestling fans from the Asian country were able to get their own company started to unify a population that was starved for the sport. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026

Rhymes for starved for

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