wished (for)

past tense of wish (for)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wished (for)
Verb
  • No frank in Rhode Island is more famous or craved than the hot wiener.
    USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 15 July 2026
  • Plus, perhaps most importantly, Henderson brought the explosiveness that the Patriots craved.
    Chad Graff, New York Times, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • The lessons Thomas wanted his daughters to learn now extend beyond his own family.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
  • Denton police arrested a man who robbed a bank in the Rayzor Ranch area, and discovered that he was already wanted in a robbery in Arkansas, the department said.
    Mary Ella Hastings July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 July 2026
Verb
  • To serve, sprinkle pie with flaky sea salt, if desired, and cut into slices with a warm sharp knife.
    Matt Lewis, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 July 2026
  • Even before Thursday's report, the way Dover's stock traded left plenty to be desired.
    Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 23 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 27 Jul. 2026.

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