wishing

Example Sentences

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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

And the Lakers — loaded with trade ammunition and cap space and forever wishing on star players — are going to be expected to make a play.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 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

The egg drop was full of wanting and wishing and hoping.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller