craving (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/
Definition
An intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing for something, often food or a substance.
Examples
She had a sudden craving for chocolate after seeing the advertisement.
His sugar craving made it difficult to stick to his healthy eating plan.
Many pregnant women experience unusual food cravings.
How to Use craving
- have a craving for (collocation)
- To feel a strong desire for something. — "I have a craving for something salty right now."
- satisfy a craving (collocation)
- To fulfill a strong desire. — "He bought a donut to satisfy his craving for something sweet."
- resist a craving (collocation)
- To successfully avoid giving in to a strong desire. — "It was hard to resist the craving for a nap after lunch."
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