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to wish
01
to desire something to occur or to be true even though it is improbable or not possible
Transitive: to wish that
Examples
He regularly wishes he could travel the world.
02
to want to do or have something
Transitive: to wish to do sth
Examples
They wish to build a new house in the countryside.
03
to hope or want something to be in a particular state
Complex Transitive: to wish sth [adj]
Examples
She wished the misunderstanding resolved without any conflict.
04
to express a desire or hope for something to happen in the future
Intransitive: to wish for sth
Examples
On her birthday, she closed her eyes and wished for a peaceful year ahead.
05
to convey a desire for someone to experience happiness, success, or good fortune
Ditransitive: to wish sb good fortune
Examples
I wish you all the best on your new adventure!
06
to ask for something in a polite manner, often expressing a desire or hope
Ditransitive: to wish sb to do sth
Examples
I wish you to join us for dinner tonight, if you ’re free.
Wish
01
a feeling of desire for something or of wanting something to happen
02
an expression of some desire or inclination
03
the particular preference that you have
04
(usually plural) a polite expression used to convey a desire for someone's happiness or well-being.
Examples
She sent her best wishes for a speedy recovery.
