as in wanted
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
craves ice cream at all hours of the day
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Recent Examples of craved
The key that Casaubon craved is particularly alluring.
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Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
In her view, Malaviya has always been an intuitively curious and independent person who craved social interaction.
—Vanessa Romo, NPR, 10 Oct. 2025
But these tests are what these Sens have craved for some time — fighting to earn respect from their peers and properly testing their mettle against the league’s best.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The opening craved here, and indicative of the movie’s previous early August date (before Weapons took it over), was $40M, on par with Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
But developments in the 1800s allowed companies to sell already-roasted coffee directly to convenience-hungry consumers who also craved more consistency in their brews.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025
Dan Ashworth had been brought into the club to develop the long-term strategic plan Sir Jim Ratcliffe desperately craved.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The sprawling, boisterous beer garden that Alameda’s east end has long craved is finally here.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
With All-Star catcher Will Smith sidelined by a bone bruise in his right hand, Dalton Rushing was handed the chance at regular playing time the top prospect no doubt craved.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
In her view, Malaviya has always been an intuitively curious and independent person who craved social interaction.
—Vanessa Romo, NPR, 10 Oct. 2025
But these tests are what these Sens have craved for some time — fighting to earn respect from their peers and properly testing their mettle against the league’s best.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The opening craved here, and indicative of the movie’s previous early August date (before Weapons took it over), was $40M, on par with Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
But developments in the 1800s allowed companies to sell already-roasted coffee directly to convenience-hungry consumers who also craved more consistency in their brews.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025
Dan Ashworth had been brought into the club to develop the long-term strategic plan Sir Jim Ratcliffe desperately craved.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The sprawling, boisterous beer garden that Alameda’s east end has long craved is finally here.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
With All-Star catcher Will Smith sidelined by a bone bruise in his right hand, Dalton Rushing was handed the chance at regular playing time the top prospect no doubt craved.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for craved
Verb
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More than half of those kids just wanted space from their parents in those situations, while only 28% wanted to hear advice from their parents, the survey found.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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Though the story is based on Jordan’s gymnastics journey, Gina wanted the message to inspire others.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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Wilson’s family, cabinet, and staff enjoyed the film, while civil rights organizations protested across the country.—
Time,
Time,
14 Oct. 2025
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What one poll said about redistricting's political risks While the 3D Strategic Research poll found redistricting to be unpopular with Hoosier voters, other election reform efforts enjoyed wide support.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The writing does leave something to be desired.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
13 Oct. 2025
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Cowboys pass at will on Panthers’ defense While the Carolina defense continued to do a swell job against the run for a second consecutive weekend, the coverage unit left a lot to be desired against Prescott and the Cowboys’ aerial attack.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Craved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/craved. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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