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verb phrase

  • Used to express a past desire or intention to perform a specific action.

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Hiddleston wanted to extend that to the people of Pompeii.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

In his first speech as prime minister on Monday, Burnham said he wanted to see greater public control of "life's essentials".

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

Thesaurus

Possible Synonyms

  • meant to
  • intended to
  • had a mind to
  • wished to
  • desired to

Possible Antonyms

Words in our thesaurus

other words

  • refused to
  • was reluctant to
  • couldn't be bothered
  • was forced to
  • had no interest in

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