desperately

Example Sentences

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For a fragile Spurs side seemingly out of ideas, perhaps his choreographed style of play can simplify the decision-making process for players, and help them pick up the points they desperately need to survive.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

I think the reason they brought Jeff Daniels in is to highlight why Jimmy so desperately wants Paul’s affection.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The opportunity to actually engage with the multitude of conditions that may incite that violence feels unique and desperately needed.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The CIA "executed a deception campaign to confuse the Iranians, who were desperately hunting for our airmen," whom Washington located as of Saturday morning, Ratcliffe said, without providing details on the deception efforts.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

“You don’t have to give me a thing,” I said desperately.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff