1
as in starving
feeling a desire or need for food
John was still hungry after eating only a muffin for breakfast
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2
as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
hungry for the latest news
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Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2025
Although the first orbiting data centers will exclusively crunch data collected in space, some technologists think that power-hungry computing infrastructure would in the future do better in space, where solar power is constant and cooling is easy.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Attacking players have to be hungry out of possession under Hurzeler and Minteh has demonstrated discipline in tracking back.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Nutrients and Watering Cannabis plants are hungry for nutrients, especially nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2025
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Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2025
Although the first orbiting data centers will exclusively crunch data collected in space, some technologists think that power-hungry computing infrastructure would in the future do better in space, where solar power is constant and cooling is easy.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Attacking players have to be hungry out of possession under Hurzeler and Minteh has demonstrated discipline in tracking back.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Nutrients and Watering Cannabis plants are hungry for nutrients, especially nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hungry
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But the Devils are a bit of a mess thanks to injuries, which makes this matchup hard to get too excited over.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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So, when the opportunity to visit Tanzania arose, I was intrigued and excited to embark on this journey.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
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El Monte resident Jen Venegas is an avid fan of the local library.—
Victoria Ivie,
Oc Register,
12 Apr. 2025
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An avid antiques collector, David Kerr, who’s based in Florida, relishes the history in the home.—
Colette Coleman,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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In addition, stubbornly high interest rates are prompting institutional investors to offload their holdings in these prime spaces, while luxury companies are eager to take advantage of once-in-a-generation opportunities, and lock in properties for the long term.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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And Trump has been eager to expand the tech industry’s US footprint and cement America as a leader in artificial intelligence.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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Whitmer's response to the meeting wasn't as enthusiastic.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2025
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Prince William's enthusiastic soccer celebration with Prince George went viral on social media as the pair experienced joy at their favorite team taking the lead followed by a heart breaking final score.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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How to know when your dog is agitated Identifying an anxious or aggressive dog can be tricky, as negative and positive emotional indicators can often be confused.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Fed chief said Wednesday the central bank can be patient while assessing data on inflation and employment, which are its dual mandates, while anxious consumers and businesses eye potentially prolonged economic instability.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
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This super-hydrating formula is packed with avocado and jojoba oils and complemented by yummy, musky floral notes, making quick work of thirsty tangles.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Trump’s thirstiest supporters are already seeking to either amend the Constitution or find a loophole through it, so don’t kid yourself and say that Trump is a lame duck in the way his predecessors since Dwight Eisenhower have been.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Hungry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hungry. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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