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covet

/ˈkʌvɪt/verb

To long for something that belongs to another person, often with envy.

Example sentences

  • “He had long coveted his neighbor's vintage car.”
  • “Every young actor covets a role in one of her films.”

Famous from the Ten Commandments: 'thou shalt not covet'. A 'coveted award' is one everyone wants.

Synonyms for covet

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