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craving

[ krey-ving ]

noun

  1. great or eager desire; yearning.


craving

/ ˈɪɪŋ /

noun

  1. an intense desire or longing
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • iԲ· adverb
  • iԲ·Ա noun
  • ܲ·iԲ adjective
  • un·iԲ· adverb
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Word History and Origins

Origin of craving1

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; crave, -ing 1
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Synonym Study

See desire.
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Example Sentences

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These chewy, rich mini brownies are perfectly portioned for late-night cravings and the individual packaging makes them easy to stash in your bag — or next to your bed.

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“I think people are just craving connection,” says Galvan, who is the director of social media for clothing brand Favorite Daughter.

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Toward the end, I was craving a day to relax at the hotel.

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After the rich and hearty stews of winter, I am craving lighter textures and brighter flavors, and everything I see — little green peas, thin spiky asparagus, feathery fronds of fennel — I want.

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People worldwide can’t stop craving spicy, whether that’s indulging in fiery foods or watching celebrities attempt to conquer the infamous Wings of Death.

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