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as in to impose
to offer (something fake, useless, or inferior) as genuine, useful, or valuable
despite my protestations, the dreaded position of club secretary was wished on me
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as in to please
to see fit
you're free to sit wherever you wish
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as in request
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Recent Examples of wish
Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
Donors may still wish to donate to Harvard without this beneficial tax treatment.
—Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
Trump’s third wish—the militarization of drug interdiction—must have been even more difficult for Sheinbaum to grant.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 28 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Though some glucose-experts disagree, Merkel says oatmeal is a safe option for those wishing to keep their blood sugar in check.
—Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
Donors may still wish to donate to Harvard without this beneficial tax treatment.
—Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
As if! had been the response to fans’ wishes for a Clueless followup with Alicia Silverstone as Cher — until now.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
Trump’s third wish—the militarization of drug interdiction—must have been even more difficult for Sheinbaum to grant.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wish
Verb
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On the first day of his second term, Trump issued executive orders to withdraw from the UN Paris climate accord and the World Health Organization and imposed a 90-day pause on all delivery of U.S. foreign aid.—
Ngaire Woods,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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As a result, experts have said a one-size-fits-all rate like what the White House imposed on steel, aluminum and cars would be devastating.—
Joseph Choi,
The Hill,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Glasner refused to change his team significantly for fear of negative consequences, but he would have been pleased by Kamada and Justin Devenny’s impact.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
24 Apr. 2025
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Google struggled to find a solution that pleased everyone.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Treasury Department didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The company, Granules India Limited, did not respond to NPR's request for comment.—
Sydney Lupkin,
NPR,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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And, in violation of the fundamental separation of power principles on which our Constitution is based, Trump has set himself up as prosecutor, judge, and jury, claiming the right to inflict punishment on specific groups or individuals with the stroke of his pen.—
James Speyer,
New York Daily News,
18 Apr. 2025
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Although the president has been unhappy with Powell for years, his most recent comments came after the Fed chair spoke at an event in Chicago and said the administration’s sweeping tariffs were larger than expected and that the lingering uncertainty could inflict lasting economic damage.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For those who do not want to lock up that firearm, Michael suggests other interventions that can help prevent suicide.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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The firepit is there for anyone who just wants to cheer from the sidelines.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Read the full Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Capricorn (December 21 - January 19) The fire of your desire is blazing!—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Los Angeles out-hustled the Nuggets on multiple occasions, showing their desire.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There are three temperature settings to choose from, and the cooling option works similarly to an ice roller—offering cooling benefits that soothe swelling, refresh tired eyes, and refine the look of pores.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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There's a scenario where the Titans choose a non-quarterback in the first round and try to land Milroe in the second or third.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Parental monitoring a must, chief says Mooresville police conducted a similar sting in May 2024 called Operation Artemis, which led to 15 arrests.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2025
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For connoisseurs, the pairing menus are a must, blending storytelling and flavor with seamless precision.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Wish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wish. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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