thirst
Example Sentences
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Even a recurrent but unadorned lyric like “I hunger and thirst” becomes an instant earworm.
From Salon
But Murree, founded in 1860 to quench the thirst of British soldiers and the colonial community during the Raj, has survived Islamist opposition and strict regulations to become one of Pakistan's most well-known companies.
From Barron's
“While Joaquin was undoubtedly motivated in part by his mistreatment at the hands of American ruffians, a significant reason was his thirst for gold.”
Harry Brook should study Root's thirst for runs and ask himself why he is batting like a glorified slogger.
From BBC
AI investment is creating a thirst for massive data centers—and a bonanza for the workers building them, such as Chambliss—though it’s unclear how long it will last.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
