fancied
Example Sentences
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If you’ve ever fancied a gondola ride through Venice’s famous canals, now might be the time—many Americans have already grasped the opportunity this summer.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Add all that together, and it's easy to see why Ferrari are fancied for a potential win this year.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“Up in one of the windows, there was a girl I fancied called Jasmine,” he explained.
From Salon • May 12, 2026
At half-time, however, West Ham will have fancied their chances of forging a route back into the match.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
“When I was young, I had much more of a flair for drama. I went to glean a man who fancied himself a fencer. So I challenged him to a duel.”
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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