desire
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Sports franchises, and all IRL, or in real life, events are benefiting from a desire to be present.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026
The Popinjay Cavalier will be Tarantino's debut as a theatre writer and director, after previously speaking about his desire to retire from movies after making 10 films.
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026
In his resignation letter, Carvalho focused on academic gains and his desire to reach closure for the benefit of continued progress “because I believe our schools must remain focused on students and learning without distraction.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
How much was it evidence of a genuine desire to rebuild CBS’s audience and influence?
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
And there was nothing more dangerous than desire.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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