covet in the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary

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convoiter pej
to covet
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It turned out to be a sapphire ring that had belonged to her father, and she had coveted for some time.
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It was worn over their traditional "huipil", and much coveted by the women who could not afford such imported goods.
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He secured the much coveted and singular honor of "acessit" in his final year of study.
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He was not known for swearing, cheating, or coveting.
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Gaining possession of this pass, for the above reason, was long coveted in history.
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As a result, they were condemned to the life of chattering posturing pseudo-intellectuals, who coveted the illusion of weight and importance.
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The metals distinctive green patina has long been coveted by architects and designers.
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The territory was coveted by an influential group of investors for its rich natural resources such as palm-oil, rubber and ivory.
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It was especially coveted for its salt mines.
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For years, mass transit detractors had coveted the quarter percentage earmarked for rail projects.
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