as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
teenage gamers panting after the latest video game
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Visiting the Magnolia properties in Waco, Texas, is a treat for the taste buds—but faraway fans who are craving a Silos Cookie are now able to bring all of the most popular Magnolia bites straight to their own kitchens.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
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Occasionally, Kate craves something sweeter, British royals expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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In grabbing McNeeley in the same class as Knueppel, Sion James and Ryan Kalkbrenner, Charlotte wanted to infuse its roster with youthful players boasting an old school mentality.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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For its part, Beijing remained defiant, with the commerce ministry saying Sunday that China doesn’t want a tariff war but is also not afraid of one.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Pant (after).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pant%20%28after%29. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.
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