desirous

Example Sentences

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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

“We remain, of course, open to and desirous of diplomacy as it relates to the dialogue and the discussions we have had with Russia,” Ms. Harris said.

From Washington Times • Feb. 18, 2022

Ultimately, it concluded, “those desirous of perils and surprises will encounter them in abundance.”

From New York Times • Dec. 1, 2021

It was menacing, being desirous for victims—for it was the huge, remorseless sea.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White