1
as in starving
feeling a desire or need for food
John was still hungry after eating only a muffin for breakfast
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2
as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
hungry for the latest news
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Recent Examples of hungry
Mitzvah Meals was the brainchild of Monica Engel, who about 26 years ago conceived a plan to feed the hungry through her synagogue, Temple Beth Sholom in Santa Ana, quickly enlisting the help of another member, caterer Hollis O’Brien, owner of Parties by Panache in Brea.
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Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
When everyone is served the same prix fixe plate, someone walks away hungry or walks away entirely.
—Joseph Coughlin, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
On Monday, even President Trump acknowledged that children were going hungry.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 30 July 2025
But the scene also looms large for young Ruth: Maria’s earrings represent the mysterious world of adults, one that Ruth is hungry to learn more about.
—Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 22 July 2025
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Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
When everyone is served the same prix fixe plate, someone walks away hungry or walks away entirely.
—Joseph Coughlin, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
On Monday, even President Trump acknowledged that children were going hungry.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 30 July 2025
But the scene also looms large for young Ruth: Maria’s earrings represent the mysterious world of adults, one that Ruth is hungry to learn more about.
—Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hungry
Adjective
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Our family couldn’t be more excited to welcome baby #3 soon!—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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Signs that may indicate you are include: keeping eye contact with a soft, loving gaze; physical contact, including licking, leaning, and sleeping in tour bed; bringing you gifts; and just being generally excited to see you.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Florida Republicans are enthusiastic about Alligator Alcatraz.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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While the race will be held at the Naval Base Coronado, the city is enthusiastic to host a Nascar weekend.—
Joseph Wolkin,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Another raw one was much rougher but still checked the box, one almost impossible to mark for even the avid Brown collector.—
The Athletic Collectibles Staff,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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The Ray Foundation was established in 1963 by James C. Ray and his wife, Joan, both avid aviators.—
Cyril A. Reinicke,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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The tournament drew crowds from across Gauteng, eager to witness high-intensity action from top teams battling for the R500,000 winner-takes-all prize.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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The historic Civil War fort opens its rooms, galleries, and grounds to visitors eager to learn about life as a Union soldier.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 July 2025
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The listing agents are anxious to share more history and information about the Charles Cheney home.—
Karen A. Avitabile,
Hartford Courant,
3 Aug. 2025
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However, someone with anxious attachment isn’t usually soothed by facts or space.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Like claws to the earth, mangrove roots arched their way into the marsh, thirsty for the nutrients St. Lucia had to offer.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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If all that activity gets one hungry and thirsty, there’s a restaurant and bar.—
Daniella Walsh,
Oc Register,
28 July 2025
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“Hungry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hungry. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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