lusting

present participle of lust

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lusting
Verb
  • Earlier this year, Black celebrated the birth of another son, who was sleeping peacefully at home as Black recounted his story.
    Cara Anthony, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
  • There is no headboard, but when placed against a wall or in a corner, there’s still plenty of space to lean and lounge when not sleeping.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After sustaining the impact, Walker remained face down on the field, lying motionless.
    Lauren Merola, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
  • In the short video, the dachshund is seen lying across his owner's bed as a hand reaches in to move him.
    Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The disease spreads in koala populations through reproduction and social behavior connected to mating.
    Amy Woodyatt, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The colony quickly descended into indiscriminate violence, stopped mating, and died out.
    Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Samsung has created a unique user experience by coupling its foldables with software optimizations like multitasking support, split-screen modes and stylus compatibility.
    Mark Vena, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
    James Powel, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
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“Lusting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lusting. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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