1
as in craved
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I want a new car so badly!
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as in needed
to have as a requirement
that stray cat wants food and a clean place to sleep
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as in wished
to see fit
do what you want
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as in enjoyed
to wish to have
I want some ice cream for dessert, please
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as in liked
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Recent Examples of wanted
Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Prosecutors said Cacconie is now considered a wanted fugitive, and law enforcement agencies were looking for him.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Michael Paul Brown, 45, of Anaconda, Montana, was the state's most wanted man until his time on the lam ended near a barn just under six miles from the scene of his horrific crime.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2025
The Jackson Police Department took Drummond, 28, off the state’s most wanted list and into custody in connection with the killing of four people in Lake County on July 29, according to the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2025
Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
The actress wanted to her look to emulate French actresses like Bibi Anderson and Liv Ullman as well as Swedish actress, Gunnel Lindblum, and brought these references to Nollet for her transformation.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
The 46-year-old singer is now wanted on animal cruelty charges.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 30 Sep. 2025
At the time, the team had likely wanted a return on their second-round investment who had not started a game in his rookie or sophomore seasons.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
The Reds also wanted to get rookie Chase Burns to the bullpen.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Mirojnick said the production team wanted to make the movie aspirational for young, ambitious showgirls, elevating Nomi above the tackiness of ‘90s Vegas to become the figurative queen of the Strip.
—CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
The driver’s mother called the cyclist’s mother and wanted the cyclist to pay for vehicle damages.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
The Salvation Army, which owns two of the buildings, previously wanted to raze the smaller one, known as the Yellow Cab building, to make way for the shelter.
—La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
Billy, however, was a wanted man everywhere there was breathable air.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Prosecutors said Cacconie is now considered a wanted fugitive, and law enforcement agencies were looking for him.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Michael Paul Brown, 45, of Anaconda, Montana, was the state's most wanted man until his time on the lam ended near a barn just under six miles from the scene of his horrific crime.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2025
The Jackson Police Department took Drummond, 28, off the state’s most wanted list and into custody in connection with the killing of four people in Lake County on July 29, according to the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Hamlin wanted that race win badly, but securing the runner-up position meant he is placed fourth in the standings.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
The actress wanted to her look to emulate French actresses like Bibi Anderson and Liv Ullman as well as Swedish actress, Gunnel Lindblum, and brought these references to Nollet for her transformation.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
The 46-year-old singer is now wanted on animal cruelty charges.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 30 Sep. 2025
At the time, the team had likely wanted a return on their second-round investment who had not started a game in his rookie or sophomore seasons.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
The Reds also wanted to get rookie Chase Burns to the bullpen.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Mirojnick said the production team wanted to make the movie aspirational for young, ambitious showgirls, elevating Nomi above the tackiness of ‘90s Vegas to become the figurative queen of the Strip.
—CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
The driver’s mother called the cyclist’s mother and wanted the cyclist to pay for vehicle damages.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
The Salvation Army, which owns two of the buildings, previously wanted to raze the smaller one, known as the Yellow Cab building, to make way for the shelter.
—La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wanted
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The opening craved here, and indicative of the movie’s previous early August date (before Weapons took it over), was $40M, on par with Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
24 Sep. 2025
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But developments in the 1800s allowed companies to sell already-roasted coffee directly to convenience-hungry consumers who also craved more consistency in their brews.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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One point is needed to open each door between rooms, and some rooms have multi-point penalties just for entering.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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Kelly said trustees needed more time to study policies and to discuss how allowing time for prayer and Bible reading and other religious texts will impact students and employees who are Jewish, Hindu, Muslim or Buddhist.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rosary wished to return to the Trinity League.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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Interestingly, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones downplayed the revenge nature of the upcoming game and instead wished Parsons well.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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To find bank stocks that pay solid dividends above the S & P 500 and are liked by analysts, CNBC Pro on Friday screened for names in the Invesco KBW Bank ETF that have a dividend yield of 2% or more and are rated a buy from 55% or more of the analysts covering the stocks.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
24 Sep. 2025
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Her first best friend was a girl called Daphne, who died suddenly, for reasons unknown; her new friend Frances Niven also liked reading and writing.—
Frances Wilson
September 23,
Literary Hub,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Add PCMag as a preferred source on Google.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
24 Sep. 2025
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While Colombian criminal groups have used the country as a transit point in the past, Venezuela isn’t the preferred route for the region’s drug traffickers.—
Daniel DePetris,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Sprinkle with flaky salt, if desired.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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With dipping enrollment, lower-than-desired daily class attendance and growing overhead costs, West Contra Costa Unified School District leadership has regularly noted that struggling finances have forced officials to make challenging cuts to prevent a county or state takeover.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Yet the president continues to have trouble offering clarity at a time when clarity is required.—
Patricia Lopez,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
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Because the volunteers in these positions aren’t paid, they aren’t required to respond to emergencies.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Sep. 2025
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However, two days later, Long addressed Carey's reaction on The Shade Room, revealing Carey asked her to sing during the tribute and was pleased by her set.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
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Considering the Season 3 finale had mixed reviews, with many viewers wishing Han had given audiences an extended look at Conrad and Belly's future, this surprise announcement has pleased Bonrad fans everywhere.—
Rachel Choy,
Refinery29,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Wanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wanted. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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