craving

noun

crav·ing ˈkrā-viŋ

Synonyms of craving next

: an intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing

a craving for chocolate

a craving for new experiences

Examples of craving in a Sentence

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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Studies show that cigarettes with lower nicotine content reduce people’s dependence on nicotine and can help alleviate some of the cravings associated with withdrawal. —

Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2025 Previous research has suggested that our food cravings originate from both the brain and the gut, but the science behind sugar cravings is complicated and scientists are not exactly sure what role gut microbes play. —

John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025 The promising news is that nicotine cravings don't last forever. —

Kashif J. Piracha, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025 Signs that your metabolism may be slowing down include fatigue, coldness, mood swings, food cravings, weight gain, and dry skin. —

Cristina Mutchler, Health, 7 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for craving