crave
verb (used with object)
to long for; want greatly; desire eagerly.
is craving
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present progressiveof crave (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“I don’t have a great sense of whether he understands how much the market is craving that kind of information.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
Theme parks are simply reflecting our modern culture, which is craving darker fantasies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2025
"Remember, the Taliban is craving for recognition," says Mr Prasad.
From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2025
He insisted repeatedly in interviews, as recently as last week, that the nation is craving an alternative to Trump and President Joe Biden.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 28, 2024
At night I am weary, my body is craving sleep, and I am not vitalized in the fields of grace.
From My Daily Meditation for the Circling Year by John Henry Jowett
