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plural of desire
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(Entry 1 of 2)
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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desires
verbpresent tense third-person singular of desire
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1
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
- he greatly desired a new mountain bike for his next birthday
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2
to make a request for
- the host desires a response to the dinner invitation by tomorrow
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