1
as in craving
a strong wish for something
his thirst for knowledge is evident in his book-filled house
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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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as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
they have always thirsted for a more affluent lifestyle than their salaries would allow
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Recent Examples of thirst
Jason Rudy, Baltimore Sun, 8 Dec. 2024
Consuming large amounts of sodium can cause excessive thirst, urination, vomiting and diarrhea.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
This test can identify a higher risk of the disease before symptoms like extreme thirst or fatigue appear.2
Having a single autoantibody means a higher risk of type 1 diabetes, while having two or more autoantibodies may indicate the condition has already begun to develop.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 Dec. 2024
There were differences in the neuron’s electrical properties, but not their response to thirst hormones.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 28 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Humanity’s long history of division continues, but so, too, does its beauty, creativity and thirst for meaning.
—Jason Rudy, Baltimore Sun, 8 Dec. 2024
Consuming large amounts of sodium can cause excessive thirst, urination, vomiting and diarrhea.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
This test can identify a higher risk of the disease before symptoms like extreme thirst or fatigue appear.2
Having a single autoantibody means a higher risk of type 1 diabetes, while having two or more autoantibodies may indicate the condition has already begun to develop.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 Dec. 2024
There were differences in the neuron’s electrical properties, but not their response to thirst hormones.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 28 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thirst
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But this craving for visibility was precariously perched atop fears for his own sanity.Michael S. Roth, The Atlantic, 16 Dec. 2024
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While digital may dominate, there’s still a deep craving for in-person experiences that offer something special.Stephan Schambach, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Very quickly, Hughes and the Hughes Aircraft company, with characteristic enthusiasm, took over the entire project and left Kaiser on the sidelines more or less as an astonished spectator.David Szondy, New Atlas, 25 Dec. 2024
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The 309-pound Cosmi’s postgame enthusiasm led to lifting and throwing minority partner Mitch Rales in the air.Ben Standig, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bal Harbor Shops is creating experiences, which is what Millennials, who wield the wallet power today, are craving.Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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But, there is hope for those craving a good scrub (which, by the way, can help control bacne and ingrown hairs alike).Jenny Berg, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
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Often likened to the shape of an egg, the oval nail is usually long and tapered, thus lending itself quite nicely for your most imaginative nail art desires.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
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Sinclair has been very open about its desire to explore ‘strategic alternatives’ for the Tennis Channel, whether selling a stake or the whole property.Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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What lies ahead for Woods, with the Masters just four months away, will be determined by his iffy health, insatiable hunger and even the golf gods.Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
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There is great agreement among disparate groups on the need to address crises related to mental health, caring for elders and hunger.David Hessekiel, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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For those longing for the era when moviegoers were asked to believe Arnold Schwarzenegger was just a regular, relatable dad, Jingle All the Way is the movie for you.Andrew Walsh, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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The vaguely bluesy folk songs courtesy of A.G. Cook put us in a place of longing from frame one.Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
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Those numbers, reflecting investors’ appetite for sports teams, are resetting the hockey market after the Ottawa Senators sold for $950 million, or 7.4 times revenue, last year—and after the Pittsburgh Penguins sold for $875 million (4.7x) in 2021.Brett Knight, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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These drugs mimic gut hormones that regulate blood sugar and reduce appetite.Bruce Gil, Quartz, 20 Dec. 2024
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Many of Scandia’s current residents are retirees wanting to downsize, avoid unexpected homeownership costs, and focus on enjoying their retirement years.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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If the answer is yes, NPR wants to hear your stories.Brittney Melton, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Thirst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thirst. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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