develop an appetite

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to start to feel a desire for food

appetiteVERB + appetite (desire for food)

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develop

Examples (10)

  • After a long hike, we developed a ravenous appetite.
  • It's normal for children to develop a bigger appetite during growth spurts.
  • Smelling the freshly baked bread helped me develop an appetite.
  • If you exercise more, you'll develop a healthier appetite.
  • Since starting the new medication, he has developed an insatiable appetite.
  • The fresh sea air will help you develop an appetite for lunch.
  • She was too anxious to develop any appetite before her exam.
  • He was starting to develop an appetite again, which was a good sign of recovery.
  • Playing sports is a great way to develop a good appetite.
  • Let's hope the patient develops an appetite soon.