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42 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Want' in a Sentence

"To feel a need or a desire for; to wish for something." more

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By next summer, she will have been wanting to learn surfing for a year.
The child was wanting a toy to play with.
I have wanted to visit the Grand Canyon for years.
Jane will be wanting to meet you at the park tomorrow.
By the time the book is released, readers will have wanted to know the ending.
I want to watch a comedy movie tonight.
He wants a new bicycle.
We will want to learn a new language.
They will have wanted to explore the ancient ruins before the tour ends.
After the concert, the fans will have wanted to meet the band backstage.
We want to build a sandcastle at the beach.
She wants to meet her favorite author.
They want justice for the unfair treatment.
I want to travel to exotic places.
He will be wanting a new car for his birthday.
The cat will be wanting its favorite treat when you get home.
By the end of the year, they will have been wanting a vacation for a long time.
He had been wanting a new guitar to enhance his musical skills.
He has wanted a promotion at work for a long time.
The plants want water to grow healthy and strong.
The child wanted a piece of chocolate.
I want to learn how to play the guitar.
They want to build a strong community bond.
Do you want sugar in your coffee?
James was wanting a response to his email.
The children have been wanting a puppy as their new pet.
The gardener was wanting rain for the thirsty plants.
By the time he arrives, she will have wanted a cup of coffee.
The child will want to play in the park.
He was wanting more time to finish the project.
When she graduates, he will have been wanting a new job for six months.
She had wanted a peaceful night's sleep after a hectic day.
The team has wanted to win the championship for seasons.
The baby is wanting a nap after playing for hours.
I want a piece of chocolate cake for dessert.
I want a new set of colored pencils for my art project.
She will want to attend the concert.
I will want a cup of coffee in the morning.
I will be wanting a quiet weekend away from the city.
She has wanted a pet dog since childhood.
She had been wanting a promotion for months.
Jane has wanted to read that book for ages.

Want

wont
verbTo feel a need or a desire for; to wish for something.
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Last Updated On: January 10, 2024
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