desire
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Williams' return is fuelled by a desire for her two young daughters with husband Alexis Ohanian to see her in a competitive environment before she finally hangs up her racquet for good.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
It very easily could be a desire to evangelize and spread the message of a certain way of living, but it also could just be wanting to sell a mixing bowl.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Bill Plaschke’s and many Angel fans’ desire for Arte Moreno to sell his ownership of the Angels is an overkill.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Paint, layer and decorate it to your heart’s desire.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
Gogolev’s fear of the law was great, but his selfish desire not to share his lunch was even greater.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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