Wish (Verb)
Meaning 1
Hope for; have a wish; "I wish I could go home now".
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- I wish my parents were here to celebrate with me.
- She wishes she could have been there for her best friend's birthday party.
- He wished he could afford a new house on the beach.
- They both wished for good health for their newborn baby.
- I wish I could travel the world without worrying about money.
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Meaning 2
Feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of.
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- I wish her all the best for her new job.
- I wish the couple happiness for the rest of their lives.
- We wish the team success in the upcoming tournament.
- He wishes his family a prosperous new year.
- I wish the graduating class all the best in their future endeavors.
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Meaning 3
Invoke upon; "wish you a nice evening"; "bid farewell".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- I wish the family a comfortable and enjoyable trip to Paris.
- May I be the first to wish you a great week ahead.
- In parting, I wish you good fortune and a successful business venture.
- I wish the couple all the happiness they deserve on their wedding anniversary.
- As you embark on your new journey, I wish you the best of everything life has to offer.
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Meaning 4
Make or express a wish; "I wish that Christmas were over".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- I wish I had more money to spend on vacation.
- I wish I knew the answer to this question.
- I wish it wouldn't rain tomorrow during the wedding.
- She wishes she could speak French fluently.
- I wish this song was available for downloading.
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Meaning 5
Prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?".
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- I wish to attend the concert alone, but my friends insist on joining me.
- Would you wish to join us for dinner at the new restaurant tonight.
- Do you wish to come with me on the hiking trip this weekend.
- I wish to try the new sushi place downtown, let's go there for lunch.
- Would you wish to take a break and rest at the park for a bit.
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Meaning 6
Order politely; express a wish for.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- I wish you would pass the salt.
- We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
- Wish me luck as I take my driving test tomorrow.
- She wishes she could attend the concert tonight.
- He wished that someone would help him carry the heavy boxes.