covetous
Example Sentences
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His covetous comments about Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory, deepened concerns.
In yoga, I watched, covetous and profusely sweating, as people around me in class pointed their toes skyward and inverted.
From Salon
But if I am not covetous, it is because I have all I need.
From New York Times
It has been at once a fight for power, a religious conflict between Christians and the Muslim minority, a battle for control of resources, and a proxy war of covetous neighbors.
From New York Times
Once Lexington wins his first race, Harry’s ownership gives covetous White horsemen the necessary leverage to take the animal from him.
From Washington Post
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
