1
as in starving
feeling a desire or need for food
John was still hungry after eating only a muffin for breakfast
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2
as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
hungry for the latest news
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Recent Examples of hungry
The flared brim helps keep your food from sliding around and spilling over, as well as preventing hungry lap dogs from fighting for a bite.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 2 June 2025
Israel bombed the enclave while its new aid operation opened up another distribution site, which was overrun by crowds of hungry Palestinians.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Perhaps instead of spending those millions on a parade, that money would be better spent on food for the hungry, medical research or assistance for the thousands of federal workers Trump and the Department of Government Efficiency so callously fired on the pretense of cutting fraud and abuse.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Though she’s excelled on the NCAA stage – helping LSU to its 2024 title and earning multiple SEC titles, McClain is hungry for more.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 2 June 2025
Israel bombed the enclave while its new aid operation opened up another distribution site, which was overrun by crowds of hungry Palestinians.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Perhaps instead of spending those millions on a parade, that money would be better spent on food for the hungry, medical research or assistance for the thousands of federal workers Trump and the Department of Government Efficiency so callously fired on the pretense of cutting fraud and abuse.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Though she’s excelled on the NCAA stage – helping LSU to its 2024 title and earning multiple SEC titles, McClain is hungry for more.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hungry
Adjective
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But for his versatility, the variety in his attacking link-up and movement, and his ever-presence in a tough City season, there is reason to be excited for what lies ahead.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Artist Tina Birkhoff said this was her first year displaying her work at the event and was very excited to be at the show over the weekend.—
David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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Xu is an avid Gold State Warriors basketball fan but has a soft spot for the Chicago Bulls, having spent many years in Illinois.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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An avid cyclist and mountaineer, Williams has summited six of the seven highest peaks on Earth, including Mt. Everest.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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And fans also will be eager to watch the team play again.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2025
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Against this backdrop of uncertainty, Dawkins is eager to get back on the court.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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We are primed to value privileged or secret wisdom, vulnerable to flattery and suggestion, and enthusiastic about major leaps forward in scientific potential.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
25 May 2025
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Her personality will be a great addition to a loving, supportive and enthusiastic family.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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On Tires, Gerben plays Will, the anxious and unqualified son of the auto-repair chain's owner.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
5 June 2025
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As a result, children can become frustrated and anxious when trying to learn math.—
Jennifer Pierce,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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If your baby seems thirsty, offering them breast milk or formula more often is best.—
Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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Some possible contenders have been thirstier than others.—
Lisa Lerer,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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“Hungry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hungry. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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