Example Sentences

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Royal meaning must often be decoded, and the King will have wanted to avoid offending his host.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Moyes will have wanted a response from West Ham after the galling 4-3 defeat at Newcastle, having been two goals ahead with 15 minutes remaining.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2024

For Northern Ireland, Austria are probably the one team Kenny Shiels' side will have wanted after a superb 2-2 draw in Belfast on Tuesday.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2021

The tempo shown for much of the Colombia tie was exactly what Gareth Southgate will have wanted but the manner and timing of Yerry Mina’s equaliser is a concern.

From The Guardian • Jul. 4, 2018

We know the trustees are supporters of the club and will have wanted to do the right thing.

From The Guardian • Mar. 3, 2011