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to want
01
to wish to do or have something
1.1
to have a need for something
Example
The recipe wants two cups of flour and one cup of sugar.
The car wants regular maintenance to run smoothly.
This plant wants plenty of sunlight and water to grow.
What this lawn wants is a good watering.
What this room wants is a fresh coat of paint and new curtains.
1.2
to sexually desire someone
02
to desire or need someone or something to be in a specific place or doing a certain thing
2.1
(of a suspect) to be searched for by the police for interrogation or questioning
Example
The suspect is wanted for questioning about the assault at the nightclub.
The fugitive is wanted by the police for escaping from prison.
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used to advise someone or give suggestions about a certain matter
04
to suffer the lack of something
Want
01
a state of extreme poverty
02
a specific feeling of desire
03
anything that is necessary but lacking
04
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable
Example
I just want a glass of water for today.
He wants to go to the beach.
Mary wants to be a doctor when she grows up.
Jane wanted to learn how to play the guitar, so she took lessons.
The recipe wants two cups of flour and one cup of sugar.
