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desiring

ADJECTIVE
yearning
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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Huckabee reportedly told embassy staff in an email there was "no need to panic, but for those desiring to leave, it's important to make plans to depart sooner rather than later".

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

The motivations for septuagenarian entrepreneurs include desiring autonomy, pursuing meaningful projects and addressing societal needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025

That’s when someone falsely accuses one’s perceived opponents of conducting, plotting or desiring to commit the same transgressions that one plans to commit or is already committing.

From Salon • Jun. 17, 2025

“God’s will is urgently desiring that people come together and devote themselves to each other’s healing.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2025

And there’s nothing wrong with him desiring that again, is there?

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti