desirous

Example Sentences

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When it comes to heavy appliances, “the business is now strictly need-based, not desirous or impulsive,” said Marshal Cohen, chief retail advisor at Circana.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

“Within a demand environment impacted by domestic and global dynamics, we see a consumer with concerns about affordability and the economy, but still desirous of homeownership,” said Chief Executive Ryan Marshall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Hongwu’s son, the Yongle emperor, the third emperor of the Ming dynasty, was a bit more curious about the world outside China and more desirous of tribute than his father.

From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022

“I would suggest that fashion and design is growing viable and thriving, and is very desirous of that type of environment,” he said of the center.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2022

“Well,” said I, not desirous of more conversation, “shall I go up to Miss Havisham?”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens