thirst for knowledge
Example Sentences
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They saw first-hand what they felt were key elements - a hunger, tremendous work ethic and thirst for knowledge.
From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026
In its meta construction, “Invention” artfully deconstructs our thirst for knowledge and how easily we’re swayed, even when we believe we’re the smartest one in the room.
From Salon • Dec. 5, 2025
And certainly “Arcadia,” Mr. Stoppard’s time-traveling story that embraces the history of English gardens, advanced mathematics, Lord Byron and the unquenchable thirst for knowledge, ranks high among the great plays of the past several decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025
“Mind the gap” means that your curiosity seeks to fill the gap between what you know and don’t know, it’s a thirst for knowledge.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 17, 2022
The Erudite thirst for knowledge filling all the hidden places in his room.
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
