wishing

Example Sentences

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She said one message from an uncle that had come out of Iran during the blackout had been him wishing himself happy birthday on her behalf.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

And the Lakers — loaded with trade ammunition and cap space and forever wishing on star players — are going to be expected to make a play.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Now, millions of people are likely wishing they hadn’t.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

"Actually, I was wishing him the opposite of dead, but apologize if you found the image inappropriate," he wrote.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

I touch my head instinctively, wishing I had my earmuffs on like an invisibility cloak.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari