craved

Example Sentences

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Lois Roberts and Aron Llwyd, both 29, grew up in Cardiff but craved a "different challenge" after becoming disillusioned with city life.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

David, from St Helens, said he had tried and failed with diets many times before but the injections immediately changed his appetite, including the type of food he craved.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

However much he was willing to provide the recognition it craved, the Cuban regime offered nothing back.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Further, Macklem said there was notable pent-up demand from consumers coming out of the pandemic, as households had accumulated sizable savings, and craved goods and services not available to them due to social-distancing restrictions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Well, the first two bellies were simple, all I craved were certain foods, but this belly had me worrying all the time about my sister Minerva.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez