crave
verb (used with object)
to long for; want greatly; desire eagerly.
craves
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present tense formof crave (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Going forward, she will be aware that may soon be required just to win the titles she craves.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
In this collection of sketches, filled with guilt and shame, pride and love, Mr. Coppola finds the meaning he craves.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Yet David craves Monica’s maternal affection as if he were real — and for all intents and purposes, he is.
From Salon ● Jun. 28, 2026
It now looks possible El-Sayed may get the opportunity—and test—he craves.
From Slate ● Apr. 29, 2026
Have her alternate chairs for each activity, providing the movement she craves.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
