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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2
as in wants
to see fit
you're free to sit wherever you wish
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Recent Examples of wishes
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
Vanity Fair published an article in September 2024 arguing that assistants have no choice but to go through with their bosses’ wishes, regardless of their personal ethics.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 27 May 2026
On the other end of the spectrum, sometimes an association passes a special assessment for a project in which most of the funds are not immediately needed, and so the board wishes to give many months advance notice of the upcoming payment.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
One City player, who wishes to remain anonymous, explains how that kind of schedule was especially difficult to deal with for players who were not being selected.
—Sam Lee, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Barker combines the monkey’s paw and Pygmalion myths in this story of a young man who wishes that his dream girl would fall in love with him.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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
Vanity Fair published an article in September 2024 arguing that assistants have no choice but to go through with their bosses’ wishes, regardless of their personal ethics.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 27 May 2026
On the other end of the spectrum, sometimes an association passes a special assessment for a project in which most of the funds are not immediately needed, and so the board wishes to give many months advance notice of the upcoming payment.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
One City player, who wishes to remain anonymous, explains how that kind of schedule was especially difficult to deal with for players who were not being selected.
—Sam Lee, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Barker combines the monkey’s paw and Pygmalion myths in this story of a young man who wishes that his dream girl would fall in love with him.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 23 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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The House issues a rare rebuke of the president, FIFA imposes a ban, and a flesh-eating parasite returns.—
Jeremy Mikula,
NBC news,
6 June 2026
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Some lawmakers push for a 'balanced approach' Many states have enacted or introduced legislation that doesn't halt the construction of new data centers, but imposes regulations in hopes of protecting nearby communities from rising utility costs and mitigating adverse environmental impacts.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
Verb
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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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Barnett’s Bruin, in turn, unlocks those desires — Wills stages a haunting and sexy moment where Bruin does tai chi with a toy sword of power that’s probably thematically richer than anything in the He-Man film that’s coming out this week.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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All meals and beverages including premium wines, spirits, and liqueurs are bundled into the daily rate, and farm-to-table dishes reflect seasonal ingredients and personal dietary desires.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 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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In the 18 months since, Chief of Police Kevin Freeman said the department has responded to around 625 calls for service — 134 of which occurred this calendar year — in regards to people camping or sleeping in public around the city.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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On May 28, a judge ruled that Todd Culyba, a former global general counsel at Stoli Group, could be deposed in regards to the case, per Page Six.—
Robyn Merrett,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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“Wishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wishes. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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