desire
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Others spoke to financial hardships, like the desire to buy a home or keep a job.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
It’s also born from a desire on the state’s part to collect as many people’s lawful votes as possible.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
Leaders’ visions of a once-in-a-lifetime economic opportunity collide with longtime residents’ desire to hold on to their quiet way of life.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
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
“You know, I had no desire to take in boarders.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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