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wanted

Definition for wanted

adjective as in desired

Strongest matches

necessary, needed, requested

Weak match

asked for

adjective as in cherished

Strongest matches

appreciated, loved

Strong matches

treasured, valued

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Example Sentences

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“I just really wanted to analyze, is just working all the time and achieving and having success, is that really the thing that’s going to set people free?”

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Netanyahu was also facing growing domestic pressure, with polls consistently suggesting that the vast majority of Israelis wanted a deal with Hamas and the end of the war.

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Swinney also said he wanted to avoid industrial action by hospital doctors who are to ballot for a strike.

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But the exciting thing for me is that I’ve always wanted to break new boundaries.

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But Mrs Kennedy said a minister approached her to say someone wanted to speak to a family member.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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