craved; craving
2
a
: to want greatly : need
craves drugs
craves attention
b
: to yearn for
crave a vanished youth
: to have a strong or inward desire
craves after affection
craver
noun
Synonyms
Examples of crave in a Sentence
Like many celebrities, he craves attention.
I was craving french fries, so I pulled into the nearest fast-food restaurant.
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Julie Loffredi, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
According to sources consulted by The Athletic, some players complained about the lack of guidance tactically and in training sessions, craving more detail.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
But the wreckage was still occurring, all over the damn place, and while condolences and spine-stiffening are important, at that moment, tens of thousands of people were craving information.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Schnur said living in a downtown will become more attractive to the next generation who crave connection.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Crave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crave. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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