1
as in craved
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I want a new car so badly!
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2
as in needed
to have as a requirement
that stray cat wants food and a clean place to sleep
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as in wished
to see fit
do what you want
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4
as in enjoyed
to wish to have
I want some ice cream for dessert, please
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as in liked
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Recent Examples of wanted
Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Prosecutors said Cacconie is now considered a wanted fugitive, and law enforcement agencies were looking for him.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Michael Paul Brown, 45, of Anaconda, Montana, was the state's most wanted man until his time on the lam ended near a barn just under six miles from the scene of his horrific crime.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2025
The Jackson Police Department took Drummond, 28, off the state’s most wanted list and into custody in connection with the killing of four people in Lake County on July 29, according to the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2025
Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward, who moderated the discussion, wanted to know how agriculture departments could better work with companies, the federal government and consumers to be helpful and more effective.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2025
Montana utility regulators this month turned down a petition from environmentalists who wanted climate change considertions to play a bigger role in state Public Service Commission decisions.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Morgan wanted pasta, Hughes wanted a superb bread service, and Merritt ensured a key lime pie found its way to the dessert menu.
—William Goodman, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
The seller wanted $34,000, a mid-range price for a car of its kind.
—Laura Lane, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Cho, a first-generation K-pop fan, wanted to create something that would appeal to the global market.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
After making 35 appearances (16 starts) with Triple-A Omaha, the club wanted Bowlan to make a positional change.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Since the parallax method had failed, Michell wanted to try to find a new way of determining the distance to the stars.
—Big Think, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
Billy, however, was a wanted man everywhere there was breathable air.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Prosecutors said Cacconie is now considered a wanted fugitive, and law enforcement agencies were looking for him.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Michael Paul Brown, 45, of Anaconda, Montana, was the state's most wanted man until his time on the lam ended near a barn just under six miles from the scene of his horrific crime.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2025
The Jackson Police Department took Drummond, 28, off the state’s most wanted list and into custody in connection with the killing of four people in Lake County on July 29, according to the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Local government leaders have also wanted assurances that dollars raised in their counties would end up spent on transit systems there.
—Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward, who moderated the discussion, wanted to know how agriculture departments could better work with companies, the federal government and consumers to be helpful and more effective.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2025
Montana utility regulators this month turned down a petition from environmentalists who wanted climate change considertions to play a bigger role in state Public Service Commission decisions.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Morgan wanted pasta, Hughes wanted a superb bread service, and Merritt ensured a key lime pie found its way to the dessert menu.
—William Goodman, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
The seller wanted $34,000, a mid-range price for a car of its kind.
—Laura Lane, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Cho, a first-generation K-pop fan, wanted to create something that would appeal to the global market.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
After making 35 appearances (16 starts) with Triple-A Omaha, the club wanted Bowlan to make a positional change.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Since the parallax method had failed, Michell wanted to try to find a new way of determining the distance to the stars.
—Big Think, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wanted
Verb
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The sprawling, boisterous beer garden that Alameda’s east end has long craved is finally here.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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With All-Star catcher Will Smith sidelined by a bone bruise in his right hand, Dalton Rushing was handed the chance at regular playing time the top prospect no doubt craved.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Changes are needed that address excessive fees, availability of tickets for fans at fair prices and keeping the process aligned with artists interests that benefit their fans.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
19 Sep. 2025
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Dating apps taught us that people are swipeable and replaceable, eroding the patience needed for real connections.—
Curt Steinhorst,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Others criticized his remarks but wished him well.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
13 Sep. 2025
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The woman wanted to know whether the family wished to move forward with the process if Black died, Payne said.—
Cara Anthony,
Miami Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As for their concept for this series, Law liked the idea.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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They were rejected from one entrepreneurship class, then accepted into another, attracting some early pre-seed funding from Soma Capital and a Stanford professor who liked their pitch.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Under the agreement, Cracker Barrel expanded its board from 10 to 11 members and appointed Jody Bilney, one of Biglari’s preferred nominees, as an independent director.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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Add PCMag as a preferred source on Google.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Pour a small amount of metallic crafts paint inside a vase; tip and twirl the vase to cover as much of the interior as desired.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Sep. 2025
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Taste the broth and season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But increasingly, the planet’s biggest pro clubs are signing younger and younger players to bigger and bigger contracts that deter their release when not required, either for fear of injury or fear of losing league games in their absence.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Sep. 2025
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Within Turning Point’s organizational structure, there are also several interconnected nonprofit groups, political action committees, and a for-profit merchandise company, none of which are required to publicly report their finances.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
20 Sep. 2025
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Lincoln coaches were anything but pleased with all the critical calls which seemed to go Mission Viejo’s way.—
Kevin J. Farmer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Archie is carried out to the car in his bed, pleased with his decision.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Wanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wanted. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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