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as in craved
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
he greatly desired a new mountain bike for his next birthday
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as in requested
to make a request for
the host desires a response to the dinner invitation by tomorrow
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Recent Examples of desired
Kate Williams, AJC.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Once the shrub is gone, take some time to dig out as many roots as possible to prevent regrowth and make planting a new shrub, if desired, easier.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
And our record of sustained wars in the Middle East leaves something to be desired.
—Matthew Lee, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
That’s largely because of the new Privacy Display, which can help shield your screen from people sitting near you (if desired), and a more powerful camera array that should improve low-light performance.
—Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
Spoon the pan sauce over the chicken, and enjoy over mashed potatoes or rice, if desired.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Beyond Taylor Sheridan’s output, which will eventually come to an end here with the mega-creator’s mega-move to NBCUniversal, Paramount+ leaves a bit to be desired in terms of original series for adults.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
Taste and add more Cajun seasoning if desired.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 27 Feb. 2026
With the programming set to suit desired preferences of flavor intensity, texture and spice levels, the Nosh unit intuits when to add the next ingredients or seasonings.
—New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
Serve immediately, topped with additional pepper flakes if desired.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Once the shrub is gone, take some time to dig out as many roots as possible to prevent regrowth and make planting a new shrub, if desired, easier.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
And our record of sustained wars in the Middle East leaves something to be desired.
—Matthew Lee, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
That’s largely because of the new Privacy Display, which can help shield your screen from people sitting near you (if desired), and a more powerful camera array that should improve low-light performance.
—Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
Spoon the pan sauce over the chicken, and enjoy over mashed potatoes or rice, if desired.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Beyond Taylor Sheridan’s output, which will eventually come to an end here with the mega-creator’s mega-move to NBCUniversal, Paramount+ leaves a bit to be desired in terms of original series for adults.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
Taste and add more Cajun seasoning if desired.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 27 Feb. 2026
With the programming set to suit desired preferences of flavor intensity, texture and spice levels, the Nosh unit intuits when to add the next ingredients or seasonings.
—New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for desired
Adjective
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The i-Activ AWD system proved particularly welcome on uneven stretches and during a brief gravel detour near Lamar.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2026
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Collard greens are always welcome at a Southern-style meal.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The teenagers each craved a room of their own, away from their pesky younger siblings.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Amid its evolution into a shopping and dining powerhouse, the neighborhood long craved a calm refuge.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Cox claimed not to have enough time to prepare for the hearing and requested more time to argue on whether the letters will be admissible in court.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Mar. 2026
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The signatories requested an answer by March 10.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Oseguera was one of the most wanted cartel kingpins in Mexico and the United States.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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El Mencho was one of the most wanted criminals in both Mexico and the United States.—
Matt Rivers,
ABC News,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Democratic lawmakers in Virginia have sought to portray their redistricting plan as a response to Trump's push for Republican states to redraw their maps in an attempt to maintain a GOP majority in the House of Representatives.—
MEG KINNARD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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The complaint sought $100 million in damages.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Desired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desired. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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