Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with wish in American Collocation
wish
noun
countable
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Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
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- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
US
/wɪʃ/
which someone feels strongly
ardent
cherished
dear
earnest
fervent
genuine
heartfelt
sincere
strong
It is my sincere wish that as many members as possible take part in the discussion.
which someone states clearly
express
expressed
stated
It was at the express wish of Mr. Kirby that the band did not play at the funeral.
before someone dies
dying
final
last
His dying wish was to be taken to his native land to be buried.
do or give what someone wants
accommodate
carry out
fulfil
grant
gratify
honour
meet
obey
respect
satisfy
Thank you for being so flexible in accommodating our wishes.
tell people what you want
confirm
declare
express
indicate
make known
state
Several major companies have expressed their wish to participate in the programme.
It is also a good idea to make your wishes known to relatives or friends.
ignore someone’s wishes
disregard
frustrate
go against
ignore
override
Should the law disregard people’s wishes about how they want to die?
By having such inadequate regulation, the government is ignoring the wishes of the public.
be or show someone’s wish
reflect
represent
It is important to update your will every few years so that it still reflects your wishes.