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Discover LudwigThe phrase "actually wanted" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express a desire or intention that may differ from what was previously assumed or stated.
Example: "I thought she wanted to go to the movies, but she actually wanted to stay home and read."
Alternatives: "truly desired" or "genuinely wished".
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I actually wanted to be Dylan.
And no schoolkid actually wanted A-levels.
He actually wanted to be a goalie.
I actually wanted him to stay on.
He actually wanted them to think less.
"I actually wanted to die," she said.
I actually wanted to be a playwright".
You know, I actually wanted to be a philosophy major.
What if someone actually wanted to read a book?
They actually wanted more Lucille at the end.
Nor was it entirely clear what Pademos actually wanted.
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