Is "have been wanting" right? Thanks!
Thank you so much for the Longman English-English Dcitionary. I have been wanting one for ages.
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Can "want" be used like that?
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Yes, it is possible to use the static verb "want" in this manner to express a temporary sense. You'll find this use in upper levels of English study.
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It is fine, but I would just say 'I have wanted one for ages'.
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Yes It's ok!
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Thanks Matt.
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Yes.
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