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  • past tense form of covet.
  • past participle of covet.
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coveted

[kuhv-i-tid] / ˈkʌv ɪ tɪd /


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“An enchanted hideaway in a coveted location with inviting outdoor retreats and peek-a-boo views to downtown Los Angeles create an idyllic setting,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

In the ultra-modern installations, thousands of workers churn out the red gold -- coveted by international markets for its exceptionally high copper content.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

The Clippers, who added former All-Star Darius Garland last year in a midseason trade, had options for a trade at the coveted No. 5 spot.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

Of the millions who take the exam every year, only a small percentage do well enough to secure a coveted college placement.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

For kite runners, the most coveted prize was the last fallen kite of a winter tournament.

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini



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