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fancy

/ˈfænsi/ verb B1 Informal

Meaning

To want or feel like having something.
💡 Use 'fancy' to express a desire or liking for something in a casual context.

Example Sentences

Do you fancy going to the cinema tonight ?
Do you fancy going to the park this afternoon ?
I do not fancy going to the party tonight .

Word in Context

I woke up hungry this morning and fancied something sweet . There was a small bakery near my house , so I walked there because it opened early . I bought a warm pastry and a cup of tea , and the baker smiled at me when I paid . The food was nice , and I was glad I had gone because it made my morning better .

Common Phrases

fancy a drink fancy going out fancy someone

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