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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2
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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Subway has launched a new value menu with more than 15 entrees under $5, offering more protein-forward meals at a time when cost-conscious customers are craving ways to get the most bang for their buck.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Some fleeing toil and craving transcendence, others reaffirming a faith long professed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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Monday’s hearing came after the plaintiff’s emergency petition seeking to stop work at the course, citing news reports that major renovations were to begin Monday.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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Monday's hearing came after the plaintiff's emergency petition seeking to stop work at the course, citing news reports that major renovations were to begin Monday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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The village wanting to put its electrical and cable lines underground brought the total to a hefty $90 million.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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In the report’s telling, by September 2028, investors have collectively stopped wanting to buy American debt at prevailing yields.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
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On the edges of the park, middle schoolers could be seen raising their wrists to their mouths, requesting more time.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Both sides recently filed a joint motion requesting more time to extend the defendants’ deadline to respond to the complaint, which had been scheduled for April 27.—
Chase Jordan
May 4,
Charlotte Observer,
4 May 2026
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“Desiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desiring. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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