lust for

Frequency: 8.015.2 per million words

Used to indicate the object of a strong desire, such as power or life.

lustPREPOSITION (strong desire)

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Examples (10)

  • She was driven by a lust for power.
  • He had his father's lust for life.
  • The politician's lust for control was evident.
  • His insatiable lust for adventure led him across continents.
  • They were consumed by a lust for revenge.
  • A deep lust for knowledge characterized her academic career.
  • The company's relentless lust for profit often overlooked ethical concerns.
  • Despite his age, he retained a youthful lust for exploration.
  • The artist's lust for creative expression was boundless.
  • Her sudden lust for fame surprised everyone.