1
as in imposes
to offer (something fake, useless, or inferior) as genuine, useful, or valuable
despite my protestations, the dreaded position of club secretary was wished on me
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as in wants
to see fit
you're free to sit wherever you wish
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Recent Examples of wishes
Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
There is an option to connect to the public water system, if the next owner wishes and the home has a 1,000 gallon underground propane tank that is owned, not rented.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
Best wishes … Will sending post-rejection letters work?
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
In particular, Jim Cramer wishes management had better telegraphed its plans to book a $184 million goodwill impairment charge for its Navista and ION reporting unit, which is part of the MSO business.
—Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 May 2026
Whither the man who actually wishes to park their truck in her drive and stay awhile?
—Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
While entry is free, anyone who wishes to camp or go off-roading or ATVing in the area will need to pay $5 per day or get a $30 season pass.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Jalisa Cater, a fifth-generation Washingtonian and professional tour guide, just wishes the renovations weren't taking place during peak tourist season.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Senator Cory Booker wishes to expand credits for kids and low-wage workers.
—Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
In Lincolnwood, Ritu Uppal, the 60-year-old owner of a knickknack and home decor store, wishes decisionmakers would prioritize people who depend on malls more, rather than treat closures as business transactions.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
There is an option to connect to the public water system, if the next owner wishes and the home has a 1,000 gallon underground propane tank that is owned, not rented.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
Best wishes … Will sending post-rejection letters work?
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
In particular, Jim Cramer wishes management had better telegraphed its plans to book a $184 million goodwill impairment charge for its Navista and ION reporting unit, which is part of the MSO business.
—Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 May 2026
Whither the man who actually wishes to park their truck in her drive and stay awhile?
—Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
While entry is free, anyone who wishes to camp or go off-roading or ATVing in the area will need to pay $5 per day or get a $30 season pass.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Jalisa Cater, a fifth-generation Washingtonian and professional tour guide, just wishes the renovations weren't taking place during peak tourist season.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Senator Cory Booker wishes to expand credits for kids and low-wage workers.
—Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
Since 1981, Disney has helped fulfill wishes with the organization for more than 175,000 children, or a wish an hour each day.
—Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wishes
Verb
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The Red Flag Day declaration imposes street-parking restrictions in select areas to ensure access for first responders if a fire should erupt.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
8 May 2026
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Iran controls which ships are allowed to pass and, for at least some vessels, imposes a tax on their cargo.—
Adam Schreck,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Say that a presidential candidate wants to create universal prekindergarten, implement a comprehensive parental-leave policy, lower the Medicare-eligibility age, and invest in clean energy and cancer research.—
Annie Lowrey,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
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In the state’s email to Abruzzo seeking to know more about the reserves, Fennell didn’t specify why the state wants the information.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Written and directed by Chen Sicheng and starring Jiang Long and Qi Xi, the story follows a man who survives a suicide attempt and becomes a caregiver in a cancer ward, eventually helping terminally ill patients fulfill their deepest desires.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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So, judging by the engagement over the past week, with the WNBA preseason schedule underway, the conversation seemed to be curated by the kind of fan who prefers their most cynical and angry desires to be served with a side of hoops.—
Candace Buckner,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Noun
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During my visit to New York, my wife and I will again pay our respects to the victims, the families, and the bravery shown in the face of terrible loss.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2026
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But the investigation has moved forward in other respects.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These arrests also take officers off the streets for hours to process these arrests, which inflicts a financial toll on the CPD’s overtime budget.—
Silvana Tabares,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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There is also a growing body of credible evidence showing how EdTech inflicts emotional, cognitive, physical, and developmental harms on children, adolescents, and young adults, while displacing the human relationships that are essential to healthy human development and well-being.—
Dr. Timothy Scott,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Planning a summer trip that pleases curious kids, energetic teens and grandparents who want a comfortable pace?—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The city has denied public records requests for the application, citing a state exemption related to hotel development plans.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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In a report set to be presented Tuesday to the Police Commission, LAPD officials said drones were deployed more than 3,000 times last year, mostly in response to emergency calls or officer requests for assistance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Will Trent has never shied away from going to dark places, but season 4 has been particularly heavy in regards to Will's mental state.—
Sabienna Bowman,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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In regards to the Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci reteam exceeding $80M+, the pic really needs the date crowd, Prada fanatics, and ladies night to make a trail toward multiplexes.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Wishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wishes. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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