: an intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing
a craving for chocolate
a craving for new experiences
Examples of craving in a Sentence
I had a sudden craving for french fries, so I pulled into the nearest fast-food restaurant.
a pregnant woman with a craving for pickles
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Beyond its frozen delights, Zeds also caters to other cravings, offering coffee, beer, wine, and tea.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
Sleep deprivation is also associated with disruptions in appetite-regulating hormones (ghrelin and leptin), which often increases cravings for sugary, nutrient-poor foods.12
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—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 25 July 2025
The Candy Bar, next door to Scratch Biscuit Kitchen, will fix any craving for a sweet beach treat.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 July 2025
With global lockdowns in place, routines upended, and a universal craving for comfort and security, homeowners worldwide took matters into their own hands–literally.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
Sleep deprivation is also associated with disruptions in appetite-regulating hormones (ghrelin and leptin), which often increases cravings for sugary, nutrient-poor foods.12
2.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 25 July 2025
The Candy Bar, next door to Scratch Biscuit Kitchen, will fix any craving for a sweet beach treat.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 July 2025
With global lockdowns in place, routines upended, and a universal craving for comfort and security, homeowners worldwide took matters into their own hands–literally.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for craving
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“Craving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craving. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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craving
noun
crav·ing
ˈkrā-viŋ 
: a great desire or longing
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