desiderating

present participle of desiderate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for desiderating
Verb
  • Clients are gravitating towards cleaner, more elevated tailoring — whether in full suits or styled down with denim — while still craving that distinctive twist.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
  • That’s with a supply of originals like Apple’s F1 and New Line’s Zack Cregger title Weapons, the reboot of DC Studios’ Superman, and a horror sequel a generation was craving in Final Destination Bloodlines, the highest-grossing title in the franchise ($138M domestic/$301M worldwide).
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Michôd says that Sweeney was initially tentative about Martin's involvement, wanting to protect her own creative space, but opened up upon realizing that Martin wasn't going to try and control her performance.
    Esther Zuckerman, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Rumors swirled this summer about SiriusXM not wanting to renew Stern’s contract, amid his high price tag and his less frequent broadcasting schedule.
    Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • These staples are made for traveling light, mixing and matching, and actually enjoying your fall plans without stressing over what to wear.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Season three finds former British spy Sylvia Fox, played by Silent Witness star Emilia Fox, mentally and physically recovered from her abduction at the end Season 2 and back to enjoying her life in Italy.
    Peter White, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After all, who can’t relate to someone desiring a simple vacation with their family only to have work issues get in the way?
    Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
  • Buyers desiring a teapot that naturally regulates temperature should seek a pot made of heavy metal pot rather than glass.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
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“Desiderating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desiderating. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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