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Discover LudwigThe phrase "as wanting" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express a lack or desire for something, often in a literary or formal context.
Example: "He was seen as wanting in the qualities necessary for leadership."
Alternatives: "lacking" or "deficient in".
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Wanting reform, however, is not the same as wanting to leave.
"They see us as wanting crass cheerleading.
Another nurse described the children as "wanting to go home".
Sometimes the boys' violation is as mild as wanting a Barbie for Christmas.
That will allow Republicans to paint Senate Democrats as wanting higher taxes.
Nothing smacks of desperation so much as wanting to be liked.
This involves much more strategic planning than something as crude as wanting something banned".
I took it as wanting to make sure he did the right thing".
Gall said she is on record with her editors as wanting coverage if she is abducted.
"We don't want to be perceived as wanting any piece of their country," Admiral Quigley said.
Wanting to change the world is not the same as wanting to get off it.
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