desirously
de·sir·ous
(dĭ-zīr′əs)adj. Having or expressing desire; desiring: Both sides were desirous of finding a quick solution to the problem.
de·sir′ous·ly adv.
de·sir′ous·ness n.
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References in classic literature
Astor, of grasping with his individual hand this great enterprise, which for years had been dubiously yet
desirously contemplated by powerful associations and maternal governments.
"so
desirously / Did'st long to die" that he perished in
We have made some progress, but not good enough to situate us on the pedestal we so
desirously crave for.
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