wished (for)

past tense of wish (for)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wished (for)
Verb
  • Plus, perhaps most importantly, Henderson brought the explosiveness that the Patriots craved.
    Chad Graff, New York Times, 7 July 2026
  • Twice divorced and with two children from previous relationships, Parker, a country girl from Simms, Texas, had a history of quickly insinuating herself into the lives of new friends and craved attention, especially from men, says Bright.
    KC Baker, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Verb
  • French authorities wanted to honor the ‘’blood spilled″ during WWI by Muslim soldiers who died in trenches of Verdun and beyond to defend France, Hafiz said.
    ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • Despite the palpable enthusiasm, no one exactly wanted to be here.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper as desired.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
  • Remove pickled radishes from brine and add to collard greens; add some brine for tangier greens if desired.
    Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 July 2026
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“Wished (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wished%20%28for%29. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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