Example Sentences

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In suggesting the price was a smidge too high, the streamer tells us it never really lusted after Warner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Accountability has always been something I’ve lusted after.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2023

But in reality, he lusted after the most upscale version of an RV; a new Prevost Marathon would sell for around a million dollars in 2001.

From Slate • Aug. 12, 2023

The casino industry has long lusted after New York City, with its estimated 8.5 million residents and global appeal as a tourist destination.

From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2022

The DiAngelos had four cars, including a silver Porsche, that J.T. lusted after.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings