craved

Example Sentences

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One night, Mr. Irani announced he wanted to open a restaurant that served the street food he craved from his childhood in India.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

On a deeper level, Slayyyter’s “Worst Girl in America” is the lonely girl from a small Midwestern town, one who she says craved a healthy relationship with her father— and a way out.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Earlier that summer, Alexis Mac Allister turned down the chance to take the number, but Szoboszlai craved that main-character energy.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

They have also delivered Scotney her craved shot at undisputed as well as securing Cameron a world title shot that has eluded her at light-welterweight for over two years.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

The possession he craved was a transient thing, like the scent of a fresh-cut hyacinth.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson