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desired

[dih-zahyuhrd] / dɪˈzaɪərd /






ADJECTIVE
sought
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I asked Bores what he thought of it, and he said the premise was flawed, saying it’s the framing desired by the groups that want to sink his candidacy.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

In Ms. Desai’s hands, painting is many things: a source of escape and self-expression for the artist; a portal to memories both true and merely desired; and a way to bear witness to larger histories.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

But in the world of geopolitics, and especially in the case of a complicated Middle East, Trump may find it more difficult to achieve his desired outcomes.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Continue cooking until your desired texture is achieved.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

Since my dining partner left a lot to be desired, I glanced around the room.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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