Meaning & use
craving
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A powerful desire or longing for something, especially food.
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Late at night she often gets a craving for chocolate.
Pregnant women sometimes report unusual food cravings.
A note on using this word
Often used specifically for strong desires related to food or addictive substances, but can describe any intense longing.
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