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Definition of «craving»

The word "craving" has several meanings, but the most common one refers to a strong desire or urge for something, often accompanied by feelings of longing or yearning. This can be for something tangible, such as food or a substance like drugs, or for something intangible, such as attention or affection. Craving can also refer to a strong desire for something that is difficult or impossible to attain, leading to feelings of frustration or despair.

Usage examples

  1. I have been craving chocolate all day.
  2. Sarah is constantly craving attention from her friends.
  3. After going on a diet, I have been craving salty snacks.
  4. Jake has a craving for adventure and wants to travel the world.
  5. The pregnant woman started craving pickles and ice cream late at night.
  6. Emily has been craving a long, relaxing vacation by the beach for months.
  7. Whenever I see a pizza commercial, I instantly start craving a slice.
  8. Tom has a craving for knowledge and reads at least two books a week.

Phrases with «craving»

Sentences with «craving»

  • For women with PCOS, high insulin levels are the main reason for increased cravings for sweets. (verywellhealth.com)
  • This, to me is incredible, because I struggled with sugar cravings for so long. (colonzone.org)
  • For example, some people have intense food cravings for sugar (probably the most common). (idmprogram.com)
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