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wishes

NOUN

will

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude character decision desire determination discipline feeling inclination intention mind passion power resolution resolve wish

STRONG

aim appetite conviction craving decisiveness decree design discretion disposition fancy hankering liking longing option pining pleasure preference prerogative purpose self-control self-discipline self-restraint temperament urge velleity volition willfulness willpower yearning

WEAK

heart's desire

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike hate hatred indecision question wavering weakness

STRONG

distaste indifference thoughtlessness

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Barker combines the monkey’s paw and Pygmalion myths in this story about a young man who wishes that his dream girl would fall in love with him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

But I don’t think you would not feel right about acquiescing to her wishes.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

America is going to be making its decisions the next two, four and 10 years on what economic direction it wishes to go.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

"If anyone wishes to criticise me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully," he said.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Telegrams and letters from both famous dignitaries and ordinary citizens flooded the White House with heartfelt wishes for Garfield's recovery.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow

wishes

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