hungering

Example Sentences

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Hungering for fresh fighters, CBS aired six of his first seven bouts as a pro.

From Time Magazine Archive

Hungering for books, he suddenly posted to London.

From Halleck's New English Literature by Halleck, Reuben Post

Hungering for some one whom she could trust, Lucilla took an early breakfast in her own room, and walked to Wrapworth, hoping to catch the curate lingering over his coffee and letters. 

From Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster by Yonge, Charlotte Mary

Hungering for gold, and thirsting for notoriety, Oates quickly agreed to the scheme laid before him.

From Royalty Restored by Molloy, J. Fitzgerald (Joseph Fitzgerald)

Hungering for the excitement of play he collides amiably with faro and monte and what other deadfalls are rife of the place.

From Wolfville Nights by Lewis, Alfred Henry