1
as in craving
a strong wish for something
his thirst for knowledge is evident in his book-filled house
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2
as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest
an unquenchable thirst for travel that has led her to the far corners of the globe
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Recent Examples of thirst
The mind craves freedom under this fiery transit, and our thoughts are fueled by adventure and a thirst for knowledge.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
His work is driven by curiosity, passion, and a thirst for experiences through adventure and travel…
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Allen Farmelo
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—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Zamani’s escape alone at age 16 involved danger, hunger, thirst, and great uncertainty and marked the beginning of a journey that would shape Zamani’s worldview and business philosophy.
—Heather Wishart-Smith, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
No matter how insufferable one's suffering may be, the spectacle of violence and thirst for notoriety is an enchanting thrill for all who choose to watch.
—EW.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
His work is driven by curiosity, passion, and a thirst for experiences through adventure and travel…
Read More
Allen Farmelo
Allen is Robb Report's digital watch editor.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Zamani’s escape alone at age 16 involved danger, hunger, thirst, and great uncertainty and marked the beginning of a journey that would shape Zamani’s worldview and business philosophy.
—Heather Wishart-Smith, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
No matter how insufferable one's suffering may be, the spectacle of violence and thirst for notoriety is an enchanting thrill for all who choose to watch.
—EW.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thirst
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Shop this meat delivery service for all your holiday cravings.Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Nov. 2024
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Thus, consumption of THCV can be beneficial for those who struggle with weight gain and/or food craving.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 18 Nov. 2024
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After a standoff between Indian and Chinese troops on the border in 2017, New Delhi moved to revive the Quad despite not showing much enthusiasm when the partnership was founded in 2007.Harsh V. Pant, Foreign Affairs, 14 Nov. 2024
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Despite meeting more than 10 external leaders, the CEO ultimately promoted their operations director due to a long-standing, trusting relationship and the internal candidate’s sincere enthusiasm for the role.Gina Riley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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These collections tap into a growing desire for togetherness, offering families a way to unite their aesthetics for Christmas morning.Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The desires of the Mexican American residents for a quiet residential park have at times been at odds with other interests in the waterfront.Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
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The idea of bankruptcy and hunger brings on the night sweats.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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This series in collaboration with the cast and crew has proven there is a hunger to explore new frontiers in an episodic format, where actors have freedom to challenge themselves and take risks.Nick Caruso, TVLine, 4 Nov. 2024
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When the first generation of Vietnamese refugees began arriving in Orange County decades ago, many of them harbored a longing to participate in the political process.Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
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Witness By Whittaker Chambers Life So Far, by Betty Friedan Humans have a deep longing to canonize political heroes as saints.Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2024
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Special Spirits In every casino, almost anything goes (within reason) to whet the appetites of major players, from craps table pizza deliveries to the presentation $55,000+ bottle of 2016 Screaming Eagle at dinner.Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
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But advocates remain nervous given the GOP’s appetite for other anti-LGBTQ+ policies, such as bills blocking gender-affirming care for transgender youth.Kate Sosin, Them, 5 Nov. 2024
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Resist the urge to use something sharp or abrasive, as that could damage the mesh.Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
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At this point, resisting the urge to rotate, the superfluid suddenly spawns a single quantum vortex — a whorl of atoms surrounding a column of nothingness that extends to the bottom of the bucket.Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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Fans immediately flooded the comments with excitement.Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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While a race initially came to be in 1982 within the confines of a parking lot at Caesars Palace, its revival in 2023 brought a resurgence of interest and excitement to the Formula 1 calendar.Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Thirst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thirst. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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