as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I'm lusting after that new SUV
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Verb
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People crave connection, especially when everything feels automated.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025 -
Louise Erdrich craved Marjorie Morningstar and reveled in James Welch’s Winter in the Blood.—
Donna Seaman
June 18,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
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Newcastle United wants Premier League signings Newcastle has already made enquiries for Brighton forward Joao Pedro and Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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She’s already seen changes—and wants to push for more.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
10 June 2025
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“Lust (for or after).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lust%20%28for%20or%20after%29. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.
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