wishing

Example Sentences

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Her grief hits when she thinks about her future, wishing her dad could be part of it.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

After a disastrous conversation, Bear ends up making the wish himself, breaking the stick and wishing that Nikki would love him more than anyone else in the world.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Fans have posted comments under a post on Bonnie Tyler's Facebook page wishing her well.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Now, millions of people are likely wishing they hadn’t.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

Penelope also found the tale moving, but despite her sympathy she found herself wishing that the Widow Ashton had not chosen to tell such an unappetizing story at the dinner table.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood