wanted
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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"Macho Types Wanted for World-Famous Disco Group -- Must Dance and Have a Moustache," read an early ad seeking members to bolster the group's lineup, according to its website.
From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026
When your mother is on the FBI’s Most Wanted list, even a trip to the playground is dangerous.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
San Diego was considered one of America's most wanted fugitives and had featured five times on the Fox programme America's Most Wanted.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
Fleeing back to the city, he finds a piece of paper with the song’s title, “I Wish You’d Wanted Me,” taped to his mailbox.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
“Came here looking for you. Wanted to show you this.”
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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