1
as in craving
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 seeking
to make a request for
the host desires a response to the dinner invitation by tomorrow
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Recent Examples of desiring
Perfect for a summer table, this ribbed beauty offers an elevated option when desiring a traditional goblet style.
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Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
On the sensual afro-pop fusion, produced by Daramola, the artists sing about connecting and desiring each other, and even wanting to have each other’s baby.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Hyundai will surely sell a slew of these and might even out sell the sister-like Kia Telluride for those desiring a little more flare.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, the population desiring regime change is hesitant to risk their lives, fearing state violence and no outside help.
—Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 23 Mar. 2026
As in equities, a credit CV that purchases part of the shares in a private credit fund from those desiring to leave establishes a new separate fund, comprising the new buyout investors, that’s still managed by the PE firm that raised and ran the original pool.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Multiple studies have shown birth control use is not associated with infertility, and for people desiring an IUD, there are many effective options to help manage discomfort with the insertion.
—Karen Greiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
For those that are desiring a less-sweet, more mild syrup, this one may be for you.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
The progression of limerence can be understood as a shift from desiring another person to becoming addicted to them.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
On the sensual afro-pop fusion, produced by Daramola, the artists sing about connecting and desiring each other, and even wanting to have each other’s baby.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Hyundai will surely sell a slew of these and might even out sell the sister-like Kia Telluride for those desiring a little more flare.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, the population desiring regime change is hesitant to risk their lives, fearing state violence and no outside help.
—Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 23 Mar. 2026
As in equities, a credit CV that purchases part of the shares in a private credit fund from those desiring to leave establishes a new separate fund, comprising the new buyout investors, that’s still managed by the PE firm that raised and ran the original pool.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Multiple studies have shown birth control use is not associated with infertility, and for people desiring an IUD, there are many effective options to help manage discomfort with the insertion.
—Karen Greiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
For those that are desiring a less-sweet, more mild syrup, this one may be for you.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
The progression of limerence can be understood as a shift from desiring another person to becoming addicted to them.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for desiring
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These recipes will satisfy a dinner crowd in a flash, no matter what everyone is craving.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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With cobblestone streets, Spanish moss and 22 grand historic squares, this walkable Southern city makes an ideal destination for families craving something beyond the usual beach trip.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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Japan, which has been ramping up defense spending in recent years, is seeking to counter regional security threats and support partner countries during wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.—
Sam Meredith,Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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In addition to the financial burdens of HEVC licensing, the risk of lawsuits from patent holders can deter companies from seeking HEVC support.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 Apr. 2026
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People talk about wanting authenticity, wanting discovery, wanting to support small producers, but then skip the wines that aren’t already on a majority of lists or highly rated.—
Maryam Ahmed,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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This could be a model for other states wanting to boost rural development, support farmers and increase healthy food supply to people facing food insecurity.—
Rajiv J. Shah,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Apr. 2026
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He can be heard telling a dispatcher that Rivera has been shot and requesting an ambulance and a SWAT team.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
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The official also criticized Nanos for not requesting help from the FBI earlier in the case.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Desiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desiring. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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