merely wish

Examples (10)

• He could merely wish for a better outcome, unable to intervene.
• She didn't actively pursue it; she merely wished it would happen.
• We can merely wish them well on their journey.
• If you merely wish for success without working, it won't come.
• He did not intend to act, but merely wished for peace.
• Sometimes, all you can do is merely wish for things to improve.
• I merely wish to convey my condolences, not to pry.
• They merely wished for a quiet life, free from conflict.
• To merely wish for change is insufficient; action is required.
• She would often merely wish for solitude after a long day.