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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Dune: Part Two has been one of the biggest movies of 2024 so far, leaving fans craving more.
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Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 1 June 2024
Existing in a mind with ADHD and autism sometimes means feeling like two sides of you are never fully satisfied—my ADHD craves novelty but my autism loves monotony.
—Sarah Wright, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
On a similar note, spa treatments tend to be less expensive on port days, so those craving some R&R — that is, sans breaking the bank — may consider booking a service during this time.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
Nowadays, the city is flush with standout bakeries ready to satisfy every type of craving from these joyful delights.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2024
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Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 1 June 2024
Existing in a mind with ADHD and autism sometimes means feeling like two sides of you are never fully satisfied—my ADHD craves novelty but my autism loves monotony.
—Sarah Wright, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
On a similar note, spa treatments tend to be less expensive on port days, so those craving some R&R — that is, sans breaking the bank — may consider booking a service during this time.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
Nowadays, the city is flush with standout bakeries ready to satisfy every type of craving from these joyful delights.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2024
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“Crave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crave. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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