as in appeals
an earnest request
at the delegate's desire, the voice vote on the controversial measure was followed by an actual roll call
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as in craves
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 requests
to make a request for
the host desires a response to the dinner invitation by tomorrow
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Recent Examples of desires
Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Humans seemingly have opposing desires to fit in and to be unique.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Brenner pointed out that across all three enterprises, there is a need to fulfill customer desires for optionality above all else, even as same-day delivery becomes more commonplace among delivery providers.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Yet, Tory Burch has always had the uncanny ability to peer into the future and unlock our unconscious desires.
—Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
The site does not hamper your imagination nor your ability to charge anything your heart desires.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
With Mercury, Mars, the Sun, Saturn, and Neptune all moving through Aries this month, along with a new moon in your sign on April 17, the focus shifts decisively to your body, your appearance, and your desires.
—Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
That ménage à trois has earned them further entry into an even more elite world, which appeals to both of their desires to move up the social ladder.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 Mar. 2026
While Black writers and artists looked to Harlem as a source of optimism and inspiration, whites saw Harlem and other centers of urban Black life as alluring quarters for their more licentious desires.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 22 Mar. 2026
Your heart desires the familiar as Venus enters Pisces.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Trump’s National Security Strategy focuses intensely on the Western Hemisphere, at the expense of Asia, and the administration ardently desires a trade deal and strategic coordination with Beijing.
—Robert Kagan, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
As for Madigan's fellow nominee, Fanning plays Rachel Kemp, an American actress who desires more serious roles, in Norwegian film Sentimental Value.
—Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Anderson's Constance Van Ness, the head of a rich mining family in the frontier town of Angel’s Ridge, desires the silver buried beneath Jasper Hollow, a tract of land partially owned by Headey's headstrong Fiona, a mother to four orphans.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Dec. 2025
Russia desires more strategic territory, while Ukraine has been adamant on security guarantees from Washington and its Western allies to ensure this type of invasion doesn't happen again.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 21 Nov. 2025
For now, the Royals have quality starting depth that every team desires.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Nov. 2025
Give whoever replaces Grier carte blanche, complete freedom, a blank slate, to do whatever the person desires with the organization.
—Omar Kelly
october 31, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
The New York Times reported on March 31, citing a senior HHS official, that Kennedy's desires could soon come to fruition.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Humans seemingly have opposing desires to fit in and to be unique.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Brenner pointed out that across all three enterprises, there is a need to fulfill customer desires for optionality above all else, even as same-day delivery becomes more commonplace among delivery providers.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Yet, Tory Burch has always had the uncanny ability to peer into the future and unlock our unconscious desires.
—Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
The site does not hamper your imagination nor your ability to charge anything your heart desires.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
With Mercury, Mars, the Sun, Saturn, and Neptune all moving through Aries this month, along with a new moon in your sign on April 17, the focus shifts decisively to your body, your appearance, and your desires.
—Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
That ménage à trois has earned them further entry into an even more elite world, which appeals to both of their desires to move up the social ladder.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 Mar. 2026
While Black writers and artists looked to Harlem as a source of optimism and inspiration, whites saw Harlem and other centers of urban Black life as alluring quarters for their more licentious desires.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
On the eve of her 18th birthday, June (now portrayed by Justine Moore) desires a love match.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 22 Mar. 2026
Your heart desires the familiar as Venus enters Pisces.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Trump’s National Security Strategy focuses intensely on the Western Hemisphere, at the expense of Asia, and the administration ardently desires a trade deal and strategic coordination with Beijing.
—Robert Kagan, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
As for Madigan's fellow nominee, Fanning plays Rachel Kemp, an American actress who desires more serious roles, in Norwegian film Sentimental Value.
—Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Anderson's Constance Van Ness, the head of a rich mining family in the frontier town of Angel’s Ridge, desires the silver buried beneath Jasper Hollow, a tract of land partially owned by Headey's headstrong Fiona, a mother to four orphans.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Dec. 2025
Russia desires more strategic territory, while Ukraine has been adamant on security guarantees from Washington and its Western allies to ensure this type of invasion doesn't happen again.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 21 Nov. 2025
For now, the Royals have quality starting depth that every team desires.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Nov. 2025
Give whoever replaces Grier carte blanche, complete freedom, a blank slate, to do whatever the person desires with the organization.
—Omar Kelly
october 31, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for desires
Noun
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The final outcome of the cases could take years to resolve pending appeals and settlement agreements, but experts say the shift in the public’s sentiment and understanding of social media’s dangers is already happening.—
Barbara Ortutay,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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In cases of violent crime, next of kin can obtain the photos once criminal prosecution, including all appeals, is resolved.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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And for anyone who craves the Charlotte that existed before the craft cocktail boom and the rooftop bar era, this basement-level pub is a gift.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
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Audiences today discover culture across feeds, streets, and screens — and the next generation craves in-person experiences that foster genuine connection.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This session, the Legislature also passed House Bill 822, which requires schools and health care providers to inform a parent within 72 hours if a child requests to take steps to socially transition, which could include using pronouns or names that align with their gender identity.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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Ryan, and his 6-year-old brother, have volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, a favorite of the Carters, and Ryan regularly requests a night's reading material to contain information on former presidents, according to videos posted by his mother.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dozens flocked to City Hall, wielding signs and voicing pleas for Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty, Sacramento City Manager Maraskeshia Smith and other council members to halt construction.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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What’s changed is the cultural environment in which these wan pleas ring out.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Scorpio October 23 – November 21 What quiet truth wants a little space?—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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October 23 – November 21 What quiet truth wants a little space?—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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While the criminal justice system continues to hold Robert accountable for his heinous crimes and seeks to protect potential future victims through close monitoring and probation limitations, Cindy will continue to fully pursue justice via the civil justice system.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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House Republicans voted against a bill that seeks to require counties in Idaho to allow citizens to carry firearms into courthouses — but still ban them from courtrooms — and sent it along for possible amendment, leaving its prospects in doubt.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Gathered before the photos of the deceased, a group of crash survivors offered prayers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Importantly, someone does not need to be fluent in the spoken language to participate, just as many Jews can recite prayers, lists and songs in Hebrew and Aramaic without necessarily being able to communicate in those languages.—
Bryan Kirschen,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2026
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