coveted

Definition of covetednext
past tense of covet

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of coveted Because the superintendent role is elected, it has too often been coveted by career politicians looking for a landing spot. Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026 Traveling nannies are coveted but rare, with some making up to $163,000 in the United Arab Emirates, according to the report. Robert Frank, CNBC, 10 July 2026 This Italian American eatery in Inman Park has won quite a few awards for its bar program, including the Michelin Guide’s coveted Exceptional Cocktails Award during 2023’s inaugural ceremony. Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026 George Washington coveted French horology, purchasing watches from Paris at a time when French design represented the height of fashion. Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 3 July 2026 Unfortunately, such moments these days are coveted, and FIFA capitalized. Mac Engel july 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026 Pick up our most coveted finds below to instantly elevate everything from jeans to dresses (and to give yourself an excuse to book that pedicure). Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 July 2026 So the new team owners took their inspiration from more intimate venues, settling on a capacity of 11,500 to create a fan experience that was loud, crowded and coveted. Sarah Whitmire, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Catchy online handles are highly coveted and users will likely scramble to claim a desirable one. Kelvin Chan, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coveted
Verb
  • No frank in Rhode Island is more famous or craved than the hot wiener.
    USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 15 July 2026
  • Plus, perhaps most importantly, Henderson brought the explosiveness that the Patriots craved.
    Chad Graff, New York Times, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • French authorities wanted to honor the ‘’blood spilled″ during WWI by Muslim soldiers who died in trenches of Verdun and beyond to defend France, Hafiz said.
    ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • Despite the palpable enthusiasm, no one exactly wanted to be here.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 July 2026

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“Coveted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coveted. Accessed 24 Jul. 2026.

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