: an intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing
a craving for chocolate
a craving for new experiences
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I had a sudden craving for french fries, so I pulled into the nearest fast-food restaurant.
a pregnant woman with a craving for pickles
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But this craving for visibility was precariously perched atop fears for his own sanity.
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Michael S. Roth, The Atlantic, 16 Dec. 2024
While digital may dominate, there’s still a deep craving for in-person experiences that offer something special.
—Stephan Schambach, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This oh-so-addictive blend of vanilla, coconut, and citrus notes hits all the cravings.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
The craving for power and domination dwarfs all other hormonal gratifications.
—Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
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Michael S. Roth, The Atlantic, 16 Dec. 2024
While digital may dominate, there’s still a deep craving for in-person experiences that offer something special.
—Stephan Schambach, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This oh-so-addictive blend of vanilla, coconut, and citrus notes hits all the cravings.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
The craving for power and domination dwarfs all other hormonal gratifications.
—Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Craving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craving. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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craving
noun
crav·ing
ˈkrā-viŋ 
: a great desire or longing
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