as in insatiable
incapable of being satisfied
an unslakable yearning to explore the far-off corners of the globe
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Recent Examples of unslakable
There’s desire itself, an unslakable thirst.
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E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 1 Feb. 2021
But for years, the lake was an afterthought in the state’s unslakable thirst for economic growth.
—Evan Bush, NBC News, 7 Dec. 2022
With so many stuck at home doom-scrolling, there was unslakable need for his brand of musical comedy relief.
—Charles McNultytheater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2022
Russia, to which 80% of the country’s booze went, had an unslakable thirst for it.
—The Economist, 28 Mar. 2018
E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 1 Feb. 2021
But for years, the lake was an afterthought in the state’s unslakable thirst for economic growth.
—Evan Bush, NBC News, 7 Dec. 2022
With so many stuck at home doom-scrolling, there was unslakable need for his brand of musical comedy relief.
—Charles McNultytheater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2022
Russia, to which 80% of the country’s booze went, had an unslakable thirst for it.
—The Economist, 28 Mar. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unslakable
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The bet is that Brickell, where Major Food Group’s Dirty French Steakhouse opened in 2022 and where Noble 33’s Toca Madera plans to open in 2025, and its growing collection of super-tall towers have an insatiable appetite for moody meateries.Andy Wang, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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In addition to its concept, which took aim at the entertainment industry’s insatiable desire for superhero films (looking at you, Marvel and DC), The Franchise counted some high-profile producers in Veep creator Armando Iannucci, and Skyfall director Sam Mendes.Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2025
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Orlok is draped in the traditional clothing of a Transylvanian nobleman, and like most vampires, also represents the unquenchable greed of the wealthy and powerful.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Because of the world’s unquenchable thirst for Dolly, Summers' role requires a sort of gentle-yet-militaristic precision to ensure the masses are never without her.Zachary Weiss, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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On the other hand, rushing into a sale due to burnout or urgent needs may force you to settle for less.Anatoly Iofe, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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No one buys solar systems to address an urgent need.Brendan I. Koerner, WIRED, 13 Jan. 2025
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The crew includes Chun Wang of Malta, an entrepreneur who made a fortune in cryptocurrency and an avid adventurer.Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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In 2020, Giannulli, an avid golfer who is married to actress Lori Loughlin, was sentenced to five months in prison for paying a half-million in bribes for the couples’ daughters to gain admission into the University of Southern California.Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025
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The candle that is Elton John has been inextinguishable, no matter how strong the wind.Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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Probably not, since his inextinguishable smirk appears to be the product of a lot of repressed anger and jealousy.Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 26 June 2024
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“Unslakable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unslakable. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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