desirous

Example Sentences

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But Nelson wasn’t the only singer to launch from its desirous refrain.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2024

Hongwu’s son, the Yongle emperor, the third emperor of the Ming dynasty, was a bit more curious about the world outside China and more desirous of tribute than his father.

From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022

“We remain, of course, open to and desirous of diplomacy as it relates to the dialogue and the discussions we have had with Russia,” Ms. Harris said.

From Washington Times • Feb. 18, 2022

Ultimately, it concluded, “those desirous of perils and surprises will encounter them in abundance.”

From New York Times • Dec. 1, 2021

“Mr. Wemmick,” said I, “I want to ask your opinion. I am very desirous to serve a friend.”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens