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lusting





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It’s that for various reasons, a lot of Americans are lusting after proof that America is good.

From Slate ● Jun. 25, 2026

Maybe if people understand how thoroughly an early history of trauma can rewire a brain, they’ll stop lusting for harsh punishments.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2023

That it was a happy accident hasn’t stopped others in the industry from lusting after the recipe, of course.

From New York Times ● Jun. 8, 2023

Teams are always lusting for special athletes who can affect the quarterback, and just about every team picking fifth to 10th could make the case for why Wilson is their guy.

From Washington Post ● Apr. 18, 2023

“What’s it like,” I pleaded, lusting for the unholy knowledge, “in hell?”

From Doctor Luke of the Labrador by Norman Duncan




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