1
as in to impose
to offer (something fake, useless, or inferior) as genuine, useful, or valuable
despite my protestations, the dreaded position of club secretary was wished on me
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in to please
to see fit
you're free to sit wherever you wish
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in request
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Recent Examples of wish
Chris Lau, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Elijah Craig 18-Year-Old is bottled at 90 proof, which is significantly lower than the 108 proof of the new 15-year-old expression (and some whiskey fans do wish the 18 was a bit stronger).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
Indulge the Venusian energy surrounding you, and don’t forget to look up at the moon and make a wish.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
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Verb
Zhang Xiaoduan, head of business development services for south and central China at real estate firm Cushman & Wakefield, noted a detachment between what authorities are wishing for and the reality on the ground.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Elijah Craig 18-Year-Old is bottled at 90 proof, which is significantly lower than the 108 proof of the new 15-year-old expression (and some whiskey fans do wish the 18 was a bit stronger).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Noun
His wish comes true to horrifying results that have won over critics, who gave it a 94 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
Indulge the Venusian energy surrounding you, and don’t forget to look up at the moon and make a wish.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wish
Verb
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Although no criminal charges have been filed against Diaz, MLB’s personal conduct policy allows the league to impose significant discipline regardless of the legal outcome.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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The Council last year passed legislation imposing significantly more restrictions on outdoor dining compared to the loose regulations allowing restaurants to participate with few barriers during the pandemic.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The band isn’t worried about label expectations or pleasing mainstream audiences.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2026
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Anyone with information about Nancy's disappearance is asked to please contact 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Noun
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All rooms feature wheelchair-accessible doors, lowered peepholes, light switches, and closet door handles; a roll-in shower or tub with grab bars; and teletypewriters and telecommunications devices available upon request.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Judge Nicholas Garaufis must still approve the request.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
Verb
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And then there’s a lot of debate about how much damage has been inflicted on the Iranians in turn.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 May 2026
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When Hitler turned his eyes to the east and invaded the Soviet Union during Operation Barbarossa, German forces inflicted a series of stunning losses against the Soviets, thereby demonstrating the supremacy of their Panzer III and Panzer IV designs.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Some believe Benjamin Franklin wanted the wild turkey to be the national bird because the eagle steals food from other birds, but Kochersperger said that’s a myth.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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Losing this game is not an option if the Giants want their fans to pay attention past Halloween, even with Arizona rookie coach Mike LaFleur deploying rookie running back Jeremiyah Love.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Graham and Shirilla became friends in high school through social media and bonded over their desire to model and become content creators.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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The story traces the interconnected lives of three gay men across three eras — 1932, 1937, and 2017 — braiding together stories of desire, loss, and what one generation bequeaths to the next.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
23 May 2026
Verb
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There are 14 colors to choose from, including neutrals like black, beige, and white, plus more unique shades like pink lace, burgundy, and charcoal gray.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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The government offers elderly citizens a small monthly allowance but some need and choose to earn more to cover living costs in one of the world’s most expensive cities.—
Catherine Phillips,
CNN Money,
24 May 2026
Noun
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Tucked inside City Park, the New Orleans Museum of Art and the adjacent Besthoff Sculpture Garden are absolute must-visits.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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The ricotta gnocchi is a must-order — pillowy, rich and consistently singled out as the standout plate.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 May 2026
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“Wish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wish. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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