n. a strong wish for something; v. to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I have a desire to be your friend. OR I desire a new bike.
I have a desire to be your friend. OR I desire a new bike.
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An actor's desire is to perform.
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His avarice showed nothing but a desire for wealth.
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Who did Clary most desire according to the queen?
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What did Roald desire to do after leaving Repton?
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What position did Voldemort desire when requesting a job at Hogwarts?
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What two events increased Toussaint's desire for freedom?
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What event pushes Blade's desire for a relationship with his father to the edge?
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His desire for carnal pleasure caused him problems in life.
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Her desire to become an accomplished thespian led her to enroll in drama school.
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The desire to be class president possessed him.
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How did Marie and her sister Bronia fulfill their desire to attend college in Paris?
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What does Faryn desire for her brother Alex?
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Why did Pup desire a royal name?
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What caused Shannon's desire to be a space explorer?
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wish; longing; yearning; craving
hatred; abhorence
2 syllables
de-sire
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