as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
a wide gulf between what they desiderate and what they deserve
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Employees crave meaning at work, regardless of age.—
Rachel Pacheco,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025 -
If the Mom in your life is craving a nap or some solo time, encourage it!—
Laura Broadwell,
Parents,
1 May 2025
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For those who do not want to lock up that firearm, Michael suggests other interventions that can help prevent suicide.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Tall, powerful strikers able to create chances for themselves and stay calm in front of goal are exactly what Newcastle want.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The letter didn’t describe which amendments the groups desired, however.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
1 May 2025
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This is followed by a new moon in the same sign on May 26, fueling the fire and desire to express yourself, whether through hobbies, love or play.—
Staff Author,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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“Desiderate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desiderate. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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