be desirous of

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But passion can be desirous of the craziest things.

From Slate • Sep. 14, 2015

“It is impossible that truth can long be hid from one, who, like your noble father, must ever be desirous of its success.”

From Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion by Tucker, St. George

All intelligent people, of course, will be desirous of giving all useful information of a character that cannot be used to their injury, but can be used for the benefit of society at large.

From The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 11 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany by Ingersoll, Robert Green

You must, of course, be desirous of settling your affairs, Malzin, before your departure.

From 'Gloria Victis!' A Romance by Schubin, Ossip

If the New Yorker happens to be desirous of obtaining redress, he must first discover and identify the assailant, and next ascertain his nationality.

From The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 5, November, 1863 by Various