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

That pattern goes back decades, with foreign companies often not wishing to risk the highly lucrative contracts they've secured by asking questions.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

After a disastrous conversation, Bear ends up making the wish himself, breaking the stick and wishing that Nikki would love him more than anyone else in the world.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

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

From Salon • May 11, 2026

My throat was furry with it, but I swallowed it down and took my place, wishing I were invisible.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu