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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
Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 13 June 2026
Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can call or text REPORT to We-Tip at 844-909-3006.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
The Catalan club wishes to retain some control over the player, who scored 12 goals in France last season, and will keep 30 per cent of any future sale.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 9 June 2026
How can a plotline about a man (Michael Johnston) who wishes upon a magical toy branch for the unrequited love of his life (Indie Navarrette) to return his affections not involve some blood?
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
According to sources, Charles wishes to leave her the Keppel Tiara, a diamond-and-ruby piece valued at around $44,000, which originally belonged to Alice Keppel, Camilla’s great-great-grandmother.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026
Ned wishes to reveal Joffrey’s illegitimacy, but is instead betrayed by Littlefinger (Aidan Gillen), imprisoned by Cersei, and beheaded in a public execution on Joffrey's orders.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
Increasingly, that connection runs through creators which is why creator wishes now make up roughly a third of all entertainment wishes granted.
—Jon Youshaei, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Best wishes to Naperville Central.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
There are times Burns gets exhausted and overwhelmed and wishes another firm would acquire hers.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 13 June 2026
Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can call or text REPORT to We-Tip at 844-909-3006.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
The Catalan club wishes to retain some control over the player, who scored 12 goals in France last season, and will keep 30 per cent of any future sale.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 9 June 2026
How can a plotline about a man (Michael Johnston) who wishes upon a magical toy branch for the unrequited love of his life (Indie Navarrette) to return his affections not involve some blood?
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
According to sources, Charles wishes to leave her the Keppel Tiara, a diamond-and-ruby piece valued at around $44,000, which originally belonged to Alice Keppel, Camilla’s great-great-grandmother.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026
Ned wishes to reveal Joffrey’s illegitimacy, but is instead betrayed by Littlefinger (Aidan Gillen), imprisoned by Cersei, and beheaded in a public execution on Joffrey's orders.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
Increasingly, that connection runs through creators which is why creator wishes now make up roughly a third of all entertainment wishes granted.
—Jon Youshaei, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Best wishes to Naperville Central.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 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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Throughout the year, AFR maintains a Stage 1 Burn Restriction for Aurora, which imposes restrictions aimed at preventing the start of structural or wildland fires.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The bill effectively imposes a limit on financial payouts by allowing compensatory damages but not punitive damages.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 June 2026
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The petition states that Nick Reiner still wants Jackson to represent him, and that Jackson is still willing to do so if funds can be obtained.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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This model is for everyone who wants to know both what is likely to happen in an upcoming soccer match, but also why.—
Ethan Douglas,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Even before the exhibition was open to the public, as the museum was readying for a private press preview, passersby on Grand Avenue grabbed paper tags from the outdoor installation’s instructions table and began filling the olive trees with their desires, the Broad said.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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But her desires shift soon after meeting a new hire for the legal department, the British Daniel Blanchflower (Goldstein).—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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The newlyweds’ tragedy quickly captured attention across the greater Atlanta area – where so many wanted to pay their respects, Praise Community Church added an overflow room and a livestream for Saturday’s service – to Kerala, India, where Dave’s family traces its roots.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
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Music fans can pay their respects to Dee Dee Ramone, as well as Chris Cornell of Soundgarden.—
Krista Simmons,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
Verb
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The media usually get Black femicide wrong Another problem surrounding intimate partner homicide inflicts its harms after death.—
Sativa Banks,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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Instead of providing convenience, services and consumption, the regime only inflicts repression, intrusion and censorship.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2026
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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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Affinity Gaming declined multiple requests from The Times to speak about Primm’s struggles.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Beginning June 11, teachers at eligible schools will be able to submit funding requests for boys’ and girls’ soccer programs.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Finny said with regards to Joe.—
Amy Davidson Sorkin,
New Yorker,
9 June 2026
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In some regards, Mace is no different given her previous criticisms of the president.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Wishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wishes. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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