as in zeal
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetence
Noun
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Madigan’s defense team has long argued that prosecutors, in their zeal to reel in the ultimate fish, were trying to criminalize the kind of legal political horse trading, from job recommendations to board appointments, that occur in politics on a daily basis.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025 -
On the last day of school, the two girls are busy resolving student-council-budget issues—only to be jolted into questioning their rule-following zeal.—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2025
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The experience of caring for another living creature has been found to soften inmates’ anger, allowing some to experience warmth and affection for the first time in their lives.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
8 June 2025
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The historic residence exudes charm, warmth and character thanks to an abundance of rich woodwork, gorgeous coffered ceilings and shining hardwood floors.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2025
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The extent of the advance is unclear, as are Moscow’s ambitions for the assault.—
Kosta Gak,
CNN Money,
8 June 2025
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How the potential fallout between two of the world's most powerful men could affect U.S. spaceflight ambitions remains to be seen.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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The palate unfolds with a rich fruitcake and cigar, brightened by orange zest and baking spices, leading to a warming finish.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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These sweet, tart treats get a dash of sugar to top off the crust, a sprinkle of orange zest, and loads of strawberry and rhubarb inside—all within a crusted pie that’s about the size of a muffin.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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Behind the veneer of accessibility lies a critical bottleneck in clinical trial readiness, especially pronounced in trials that depend on eye assessments.—
Sonali Bloom,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Now, this move into Latin America signals readiness to provide services across the continent.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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And, like Arquette, Morrone embraced the constraints of indie filmmaking with gusto.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
11 June 2025
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But when tensions boil over after Robin Hood taunts Prince John at his own archery tournament, Kluck joins in the fight with gusto.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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“Appetence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appetence. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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