big desire vs strong desire

Both 'big desire' and 'strong desire' are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Big desire' is less common and may sound a bit informal, while 'strong desire' is more commonly used in formal writing. The choice between the two depends on the tone and formality of the context.

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big desire

This phrase is correct but less common and may sound informal. It is used to express a strong wish or longing for something.

It is used to describe a significant or intense desire for something. It is more informal and may be suitable for casual conversations or informal writing.

Examples:

She had a big desire to travel the world.
His big desire was to become a famous actor.
Their big desire was to start a family.
I have a big desire to learn a new language.
The children expressed a big desire for ice cream.

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Concentrate all of your will power, your big desire to win, on your hands.
We, of course, expect to prevent the big businesses' desire for excessive market concentration, resulting in a mere two or three players ending up defining the market.
Normally speaking, workers' protests are directed at big business' desire for profit or at a government that considers itself to be right-wing.
The hallmark of the draft Constitution voted down by two Member States in 2005 was that it responded to the desires of big business, national governments and the majority in national parliaments, but had little support among voters.
He's hit the big time because a new Russian billionaire desires Lenny's property contacts.
In Gothenburg, however, the Union had taken a big step in that direction by announcing its desire to measure sustainable development through the Spring Council meetings.
I find it very regrettable that there are those here who were not big enough to take a forward-looking view of history, but remain imprisoned in their old feelings of desire for revenge.
I'm big now, and a girl starts to get funny desires
The current enlargement strategy that consists in gathering together forty-odd Member States into one group will lead the Europe of Brussels to suffer the fate of Jean de la Fontaine's frog which, in its desire to make itself as big as an ox, bursts.
To recap, we acknowledge the desire of Heads of State and government to allow us to make the small decisions, but we would also like to make the big ones.
Now, today is Lenny's big day, He's hit the big time... because a new Russian billionaire desires Lenny's property contacts,
And even though we Norwegians have a big heart and let in many immigrants, we have to make sure that these new immigrants offer something more to the country than crime, poverty, ignorance, and a desire to suck up the national wealth with straws.

Alternatives:

strong desire
intense desire
deep desire
burning desire
overwhelming desire

strong desire

This phrase is commonly used in formal writing to express a powerful wish or longing for something.

It is used to describe a powerful or intense desire for something. It is more formal and suitable for academic, professional, or formal contexts.