as in likings
positive regard for something
he has expensive appetites
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Recent Examples of appetites
While extinctions are always multi-faceted, the extermination of some species can be almost directly linked to the insatiable appetites of modern humans.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Changing consumer appetites Once the primary source of community news and information, local TV news stations are struggling with their own tough story, one marked by declining ratings, stagnant revenue growth and rapid shifts in how media is consumed in the internet era.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Tyson Foods has room to run as consumer appetites for animal proteins grows despite increasing meat prices, according to Mizuho.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
The composer John Kander blamed Minnelli’s fitful acting career on the appetites of her fan base.
—Matt Weinstock, New Yorker, 25 Mar. 2026
In extreme heat, however, appetites shrink and meals get lighter.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Bernhardt, renowned for her unapologetic appetites and media savvy, embraced male roles with relish.
—Betsy Golden Kellem, JSTOR Daily, 18 Mar. 2026
Available in two different colorways, conservative design connoisseurs will likely find comfort in the classic blue and natural beige color combo, while the punchy purple and green option might entice those with more adventurous color appetites.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
That’s prevented San Diego County’s growers from reaping the benefits of booming appetites for avocados.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Changing consumer appetites Once the primary source of community news and information, local TV news stations are struggling with their own tough story, one marked by declining ratings, stagnant revenue growth and rapid shifts in how media is consumed in the internet era.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Tyson Foods has room to run as consumer appetites for animal proteins grows despite increasing meat prices, according to Mizuho.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
The composer John Kander blamed Minnelli’s fitful acting career on the appetites of her fan base.
—Matt Weinstock, New Yorker, 25 Mar. 2026
In extreme heat, however, appetites shrink and meals get lighter.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Bernhardt, renowned for her unapologetic appetites and media savvy, embraced male roles with relish.
—Betsy Golden Kellem, JSTOR Daily, 18 Mar. 2026
Available in two different colorways, conservative design connoisseurs will likely find comfort in the classic blue and natural beige color combo, while the punchy purple and green option might entice those with more adventurous color appetites.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
That’s prevented San Diego County’s growers from reaping the benefits of booming appetites for avocados.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetites
Noun
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Part of that is going to be finding out how the Lakers will best bring the ball down the court without the likes of Doncic, Reaves and Marcus Smart (right ankle contusion), who missed his seventh consecutive game on Sunday.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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The property has allegedly hosted the likes of Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn, and Billy Wilder over the years, as well as several film crews while shooting in the area.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2026
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Milton, who does it full-time, posts exquisite videos of the food, with mood music to suit the vibe of each or talks colorfully about the tastes.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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The county could seek to change Indian Creek to something more palatable to 21st-century tastes, yet officials might want to nudge trustees in the tiny village of Indian Creek to consider a different name.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Urie plays Monty Blakemont III, a dashing art connoisseur and philanthropist, whose enthusiasms are genuine though his financial resources are suspect.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
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Fedorova knows that her enthusiasms will not be shared by everyone.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Appetites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appetites. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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