want for nothing

Idioms  

1. Not lack any necessities or comforts, as in He saw to it that his mother wanted for nothing. This term uses want in the sense of “lack.” “Mid-1600s”

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want for nothing

She decides that her family, including the child she raises alone, will want for nothing.

From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026

He argued he can make that happen because he has created a trust in their name, he has a surrogate, he will father them, he will take responsibility; they will want for nothing.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2024

Her 17-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son want for nothing, she said.

From New York Times ● Jul. 7, 2023

Whether he’s the man who has everything or seems to want for nothing, there’s a gift on this list sure to make his Christmas or Hanukkah a bit sweeter.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 13, 2019

Ash was left behind, for Lord Rowan had assured Ana that she would want for nothing during her visit.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo