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Discover LudwigThe phrase "almost wanted" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express a feeling of desire that is not fully realized or a hesitation in wanting something.
Example: "I almost wanted to go to the party, but I decided to stay home instead."
Alternatives: "nearly desired" or "kind of wanted".
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I almost wanted to cry.
"I almost wanted to die".
That was what she almost wanted.
"I almost wanted to cry," Roddick said.
"I almost wanted to go back to Guilderland".
He almost wanted to "cry with joy", he declared.
I almost wanted to hurt myself when I was there".
I almost wanted to climb inside the picture.
People almost wanted to lick them like lollipops.
I almost wanted her to save it till the end, so we could walk out singing.
I almost wanted to grab them by the shoulders, shake them, and say, 'Look!
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