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The future tense form of 'desiring' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb desire. Example: They will desire more freedom and independence in the future. (They will desire more freedom and independence in the future.)

Definition of “desire”

to have a strong feeling of wanting or wishing for something
to long for or crave something

Tense sentence structure and examples:

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed

Future Simple	desire
Future Continuous	desiring
Future Perfect	desired

Future Simple

The simple future tense is used to describe actions that will happen in the future.

Subject + will/shall + Verb + (Object)

Example

She will desire a better work-life balance.

Example

They will desire to make a positive impact on the world.

Future Continuous

The future continuous tense is used to describe actions that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.

Subject + will be + Present Participle + (Object)

Example

At this time next year, I will be desiring a new adventure.

Example

They will be desiring more opportunities for personal growth.

Future Perfect

The future perfect tense is used to indicate actions that will be completed at a specified point in the future.

Subject + will/shall have + Past Participle + (Object)

Example

By the end of this decade, she will have desired and achieved her goals.

Example

They will have desired a peaceful retirement by the time they reach a certain age.

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