as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
kids are itching for summer vacation
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The age of white-washed, super scant, and industrial spaces are behind us—designers are craving excitement, color, life, stories within interior design.—
Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 25 May 2025
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The entire ending of the game was wild, and now people are craving more drama from this series.—
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The organization supports progressive candidates who want to run for local office.—
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But what Ellie really wants is adult responsibilities.—
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“Itch (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itch%20%28for%29. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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