Example Sentences

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He is wanting to be king, which is what I thought, but I didn't think that other people would support him, no matter what.

From Salon • Oct. 18, 2024

“The owner is wanting to pay off the fines that were delivered,” said Marianne Bordogna, the listing agent with Keller Williams Realty.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 2023

“I see kids wanting to do it, but if anyone is wanting to try it, I would say really hammer the fundamentals and get your classic spin down before trying the step-across.”

From Seattle Times • Sep. 15, 2023

Because I think a very relatable feeling is wanting to see your boss go to prison.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2023

He looks around the cabin as if he is wanting to remember it always.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone