thirst for
Example Sentences
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Data centers are running into a wall of public anger in the United States over their thirst for water and power.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
"Where has the milk gone?" she asked when the BBC spoke to her as she was out searching for at least a few packets to quench her customers thirst for chai.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
The world’s most populous nation has developed a thirst for whiskey, with local brand Royal Stag and imported Jameson both selling well, Pernod said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Wright's quiet authority and thirst for hard work were some of the qualities that persuaded Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder to bring the centre back to Bramall Lane in 2016.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
This thirst for worn things led to casual but habitual examinations of trash barrels in alleys and wastebaskets in public places.
From "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison
