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8 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.
After the marathon, he will have been wanting a break from intense training.
When the movie releases, fans will have been wanting a sequel for a long time.
By the end of the year, they will have been wanting a vacation for a long time.
After the project is complete, they will have been wanting recognition for their hard work.
After the renovation, they will have been wanting a modern kitchen for months.
By the time the novel is published, she will have been wanting to be a published author for years.
When she graduates, he will have been wanting a new job for six months.

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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