be desirous of
Example Sentences
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But passion can be desirous of the craziest things.
From Slate • Sep. 14, 2015
In general, it is sufficient that the aspirant to religious life be free from impediments, and be desirous of entering it.
From What Shall I Be? A Chat With Young People by Cassilly, Francis Bernard
If this gives your majesty any offence, impute it not to them, but pardon it; since it is the common sentiment of every captive, to be desirous of regaining his former dignity.
From Old English Chronicles by Various
Both professed, under all their shifts and turns, to be desirous of serving France.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 6 "Foraminifera" to "Fox, Edward" by Various
Should you be desirous of using it, however, the oysters must be carefully wiped dry before dipping them; while for cracker dust they are not wiped, but only drained well.
From Culture and Cooking Art in the Kitchen by Owen, Catherine
