wish for

Example Sentences

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"We are relieved that the President and the First Lady are safe and strong," Netanyahu wrote on X, expressing his wish for a speedy recovery of a US police officer wounded in the incident.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

There are small infusions of contemporary styles here and there, and one can’t help but wish for a few more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

"Please, wish for a safe capture of Neukgu," reads the caption on the video.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

We also need to be careful of what we wish for.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

“I always wish for the same thing. Every single time.”

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor