wish list

noun

1. a usually unwritten list of things one wishes for:

   Money is on everyone's wish list.

wish list

noun

1. a list of things desired by a person or organization

   the Polish government's wish list

Word History and Origins

Origin of wish list¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

He authored a chapter of Project 2025 - a "wish list" for a second Trump presidency by the conservative Heritage Foundation.

From BBC

That was delayed with a bullet-point presentation in June outlining goals but it was essentially a wish list with little substance provided.

From BBC

The industry's policy agenda and wish list are substantial.

From Salon

While workers struggled to get paid, Alo Yoga promoted steep holiday discounts and, on Instagram, free fast shipping on “party looks” and “winter wish lists.”

From New York Times

The city also has been using the Olympics as a catalyst in seeking federal funds for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s $3.3-billion wish list of infrastructure projects.

From Los Angeles Times