1
as in craving
a strong wish for something
his thirst for knowledge is evident in his book-filled house
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2
as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest
an unquenchable thirst for travel that has led her to the far corners of the globe
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Recent Examples of thirst
Mild dehydration often shows up as fatigue before thirst registers.
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026
One of the downsides of a hanging basket is its constant thirst for water thanks to the combination of summer temperatures, sunlight, and a small planting container.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
He is taken under the wing of Andrea Lathe, a doctor driven by her own thirst for victory and power.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2026
Yet, even correcting for the culture’s insatiable thirst for Beatles ephemera, or that the interview will be forever shrouded in grief because of its tragic timing, this particular facet of the group’s history hardly demands a cinematic treatment.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026
One of the downsides of a hanging basket is its constant thirst for water thanks to the combination of summer temperatures, sunlight, and a small planting container.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
He is taken under the wing of Andrea Lathe, a doctor driven by her own thirst for victory and power.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2026
Yet, even correcting for the culture’s insatiable thirst for Beatles ephemera, or that the interview will be forever shrouded in grief because of its tragic timing, this particular facet of the group’s history hardly demands a cinematic treatment.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thirst
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On the third floor, alongside the hotel's Center Pool, is The Sandbox, a refined poolside restaurant with American coastal dishes that will satisfy any of your poolside cravings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Researchers found semaglutide led to reductions in alcohol use by some but not all measures, significantly reduced alcohol cravings and led participants to smoke fewer cigarettes.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
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Bloom’s shares have risen by more than 200% since the start of the year on the back of investor enthusiasm over demand for its technology to power data centers.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
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No technical area is big enough to contain his enthusiasm, let alone the minimalist version at Bournemouth, which is the smallest in the Premier League.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Being bitten by Pirate Clark may have been a manifestation of Clark's deepest emotional wounds and desires — or maybe the monster just needed a meal.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Each state may implement Clean Slate laws differently, depending on the balance between public safety and the desire for second chances.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The Golden Knights burned with hunger, fear and desperation, especially at Ball Arena, where the tone for disaster was set.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
27 May 2026
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Pierre is from Cite Soleil, a seaside slum that has endured violence and hunger for years and serves as a base for powerful gang leaders.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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Jealousy, by contrast, is rooted in fear, longing, and comparison.—
Meehika Barua,
Time,
29 May 2026
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At its heart, the film is about a disabled child’s passion and his longing to discover a world far beyond the boundaries of his small village.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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Whether there will be further regulations may depend partly on whether legislators have an appetite to clarify the rules.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
27 May 2026
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On Tuesday, Cornyn became the latest in a line of Republicans who lost their primaries after falling out of favor with a president with little tolerance for dissent and a seemingly insatiable appetite for retribution.—
Thomas Beaumont,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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In most cases, the urge to leverage technology to get ahead of the digital race doesn't go as planned, and this was no exception.—
Hari Sonnenahalli,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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However, resist the urge to apply heavy fertilizers.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
30 May 2026
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Two, people might pretend to be different characters or scenarios, which can add excitement.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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In March 2020, the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic brought the excitement to a grinding halt.—
Emily Holshouser
May 28,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 May 2026
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“Thirst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thirst. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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