itching for
Example Sentences
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But in her public statements, the governor argues that most of the blame for the violence belongs to ICE—instead of the protesters who came to Newark itching for a fight.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The series features Davis as Renee, a volunteer at the community center who is itching for combat.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
On this week’s Slate Plus exclusive, Timothée Chalamet enters the pas de deux between an Oscar-nominated actor and a public itching for a villain.
From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026
Jordan Spieth has been inspired; Justin Thomas is jealous; Bryson DeChambeau is itching for a rematch.
From BBC • May 13, 2025
And Grandpa, instead of coming out feeling good, looked like somebody itching for a fight.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
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