as in to want
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
craves ice cream at all hours of the day
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Recent Examples of crave
More importantly, there was plenty of pizza her auntie had been craving.
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Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Audiences today discover culture across feeds, streets, and screens — and the next generation craves in-person experiences that foster genuine connection.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
Some creators prefer a lens that shows more characterful backgrounds as the effect can give images a vintage look, while others will crave the clean, smooth bokeh that's more common in modern lenses.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
But Steve Vai and Joe Satriani continue to draw loyal audiences craving their deep, roller coaster-like dives into unbridled six-string virtuosity.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for crave
Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Audiences today discover culture across feeds, streets, and screens — and the next generation craves in-person experiences that foster genuine connection.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
Some creators prefer a lens that shows more characterful backgrounds as the effect can give images a vintage look, while others will crave the clean, smooth bokeh that's more common in modern lenses.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
But Steve Vai and Joe Satriani continue to draw loyal audiences craving their deep, roller coaster-like dives into unbridled six-string virtuosity.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crave
Verb
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When that comes, some CRTPO members want the option to vote on whether the project continues based on the designs.—
Desiree Mathurin
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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How can other young women and girls who wants to be creators online push through that embarrassment and stop worrying about what other people are thinking?—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The lobby also doubles as a café (where guests enjoy complimentary coffee and tea all day long), so you'll be welcomed by the smell of roasting beans.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Three sides of the bar are open to the general public, who can walk around the backside of the North End Zone concourse and still enjoy the new view of the field.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Top with dill sprigs and serve with lemon wedges if desired.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
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On the eve of her 18th birthday, June (now portrayed by Justine Moore) desires a love match.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Crave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crave. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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