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
The Food for Peace program allows farmers to sell their crops to the government which then distributes the food to feed the hungry abroad.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
Stranger still, blocking the release of ß-endorphin didn’t stop hungry mice from consuming sugar.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2025
For those who come to school hungry, need a place to wash and dry their clothes, or need additional help with literacy and math after class, federal funding helps schools run additional services for students in need, according to Fresh.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2025
Just then, a horrible noise, like a hungry pterodactyl circling the gathering, comes from all sides; everyone looks scared.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 14 Feb. 2025
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
Stranger still, blocking the release of ß-endorphin didn’t stop hungry mice from consuming sugar.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2025
For those who come to school hungry, need a place to wash and dry their clothes, or need additional help with literacy and math after class, federal funding helps schools run additional services for students in need, according to Fresh.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2025
Just then, a horrible noise, like a hungry pterodactyl circling the gathering, comes from all sides; everyone looks scared.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hungry
Adjective
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The prospect of an electric AMG supercar is something worth getting excited about.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
4 Mar. 2025
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Create awesome emails that make your dream customers excited to open, ready to buy.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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An avid dancer and photographer, Dondé likes to incorporate his artistic passions into his bar offerings, often naming creative libations after his most beloved tunes and entertainers.—
Kristin Tablang,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The victim’s 15-year-old daughter Alisha told The News her father was an avid fisherman.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
24 Feb. 2025
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Canada is also the largest foreign supplier of steel, aluminum and uranium to the U.S. and has 34 critical minerals and metals that the Pentagon is eager for and investing for national security.—
Rob Gillies,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Mar. 2025
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Businesses weren’t hiring as much, folks weren’t as eager to quit and those without jobs were staying on the sidelines for longer.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The crypto space had reason to be enthusiastic following the election of President Trump, who largely embraced the sector.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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At two years of age, Jiggs, a persistent and enthusiastic deer runner, was banished from the pack.—
Frank C. Hibben,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
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While many companies rapidly integrate AI, this data reveals a growing disconnect: employees are increasingly anxious about its impact.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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But raising cash remains a challenge for some, with investors anxious about startups courting enough customers for healthy returns, Pershad said.—
Liang Lei,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Frigid temperatures outside and dry heat inside can send your complexion on a roller coaster, leading to dry, thirsty skin.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The 1970s were littered with thirsty men in the booth.—
Richard Deitsch,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Hungry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hungry. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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