1
as in starving
feeling a desire or need for food
John was still hungry after eating only a muffin for breakfast
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2
as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
hungry for the latest news
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Recent Examples of hungry
Some environmental groups see profit-hungry utility companies as the main villains.
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Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2025
What To Know A few decades ago, Californians were hungry for lower property taxes.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Jesus consistently demonstrated a commitment to serving others through feeding the hungry, healing the sick and engaging the poor.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Its longtime reputation of family and authenticity has brought hungry people through their doors for going on three decades, and Chris and Peyton see no end in sight.
—Lillian Parker, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2025
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Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2025
What To Know A few decades ago, Californians were hungry for lower property taxes.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Jesus consistently demonstrated a commitment to serving others through feeding the hungry, healing the sick and engaging the poor.
—Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Its longtime reputation of family and authenticity has brought hungry people through their doors for going on three decades, and Chris and Peyton see no end in sight.
—Lillian Parker, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hungry
Adjective
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So, when the opportunity to visit Tanzania arose, I was intrigued and excited to embark on this journey.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
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Julianne being available and excited, wanting to come and play in the sandbox; James, similarly.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Outside of the office, Mr. Ratcliffe enjoys being home with his family, is an avid gardener, and enjoys playing with his three children and three dogs.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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Wang, an avid adventurer who has visited the Arctic and Antarctica on land, paid an undisclosed amount for the trip.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2025
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In addition, stubbornly high interest rates are prompting institutional investors to offload their holdings in these prime spaces, while luxury companies are eager to take advantage of once-in-a-generation opportunities, and lock in properties for the long term.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The paper gave him space to hone his style and themes, as well as time to find an audience eager for something that was not like anything else.—
Art Spiegelman,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Her response was less than enthusiastic.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
10 Apr. 2025
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Sell-side analysts are not enthusiastic about the sector, citing OPEC+’s production increases and the intensifying trade war, which are putting pressure on oil prices.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Friday, a government report showed that the U.S. labor market held up better than expected in March despite the federal government’s layoffs, the crackdown on immigrants, and surveys showing that consumers and businesses are increasingly anxious about the economy.—
Josh Fellman,
Quartz,
4 Apr. 2025
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Not that Wendlinger is anxious for her time with the Mustangs to end.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Hydrate mask for dry and thirsty hair: on sale for $11 Original price: $22 (Ulta) Sick of dry and brittle hair?—
Christopher Murray,
Fox News,
19 Mar. 2025
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And after 46 years, there was only enough liquid left for a run of 300 bottles—clearly, the angels were very thirsty for their share—which ultimately bottled at cask strength of 46.3 percent ABV.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Hungry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hungry. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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