Sentences

covet in a sentence

v. t.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

Definition

To covet means to have an intense desire to possess something that belongs to someone else.

Sample Sentences

  1. He began to covet the neighbor's luxurious car, wishing it were his own.
  2. Many people covet fame and fortune, believing it will bring them happiness.
  3. She tried to suppress her desire to covet the beautiful dress she saw in the store window.
  4. Throughout history, nations have often covet neighboring lands for their resources.
  5. It's natural to covet the achievements of others, but it's important to stay focused on your own goals.
  6. She often covets her neighbor's beautifully landscaped garden.
  7. Many people covet the fame and fortune that comes with being a celebrity.
  8. He couldn't help but covet the extravagant lifestyle portrayed in the magazine.
  9. The children covet their friend's new video game console, wishing they could have one too.
  10. As an artist, she covets the rare brushes used by the masters of the past.
  11. She began to covet her neighbor's luxurious car, often dreaming of driving it herself.
  12. Many artists covet the chance to exhibit their work in prestigious galleries.
  13. Despite their modest means, they did not covet wealth, valuing experiences over possessions.
  14. He covets the recognition and success of his peers in the competitive industry.
  15. Throughout history, people have coveted power, leading to conflict and ambition.