thirst for

Example Sentences

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Aside from a thirst for world domination, Hitler could explain his attacks on other Europeans in various ways.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“Meghan’s serving your insatiable thirst for dance-ready bops with the upbeat banger that is ‘Foolish,’” the release stated, cramming two bits of gay slang into one sentence.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

"Hearts must be set free from an idolatrous thirst for profit," the Pope said.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

It only matters to us that Les manages to return Lindy to her former status; his thirst for recognition is represented as pathetic and unseemly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

He'd never had his brother Robert's thirst for battle.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin