as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I've been coveting that sleek sports car in the showroom for some time now
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Recent Examples of covet
But Adebayo is also the player on the Heat’s roster who other teams will covet the most in any trade discussions involving a superstar.
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Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 5 May 2025
DeCosta said that Loop was the one kicker that Brown coveted.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan, the team announced Friday, finally landing the coach that Chris Drury has coveted since becoming general manager four years ago.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Many of the world’s biggest rap stars no longer value lyrical supremacy, and the artists who covet their pen can’t capture the world’s attention like Drake and Lamar’s beef did.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025
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Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 5 May 2025
DeCosta said that Loop was the one kicker that Brown coveted.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan, the team announced Friday, finally landing the coach that Chris Drury has coveted since becoming general manager four years ago.
—Arthur Staple, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Many of the world’s biggest rap stars no longer value lyrical supremacy, and the artists who covet their pen can’t capture the world’s attention like Drake and Lamar’s beef did.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025
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Unlike Baby Boomers who often see performance reviews as formal evaluation tools, or Gen X who value autonomy in feedback, Gen Z craves frequent, personalized guidance focused on growth rather than judgment.—
Tracy Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Imagine finally satisfying that sandal craving this spring and summer with these designs, which will match all your favorite jeans and skirts.—
María Munsuri,
Glamour,
11 May 2025
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The organization supports progressive candidates who want to run for local office.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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But what Ellie really wants is adult responsibilities.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
19 May 2025
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“Covet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/covet. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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