Meaning
To be extremely eager to have or do something. When you use this word you are exaggerating a want or desire to do something.
Today’s Sentences
- I’m dying to try that new restaurant.
- I’m dying to see you.
- I’m dying to buy those new sneakers.
- I’m dying to clean this room.
- I’m dying to eat this dessert.
- Writer’s Note
01
I’m dying to try that new restaurant.
Situation 1
Oh no!
The shop on the corner closed down.
I know.
But there’s a hot new place right next door.
I heard about it.
Are the reviews any good?
They are!
I’m dying to try that new restaurant.
Situation 2
There are so many new fusion eateries around here.
I’m dying to try that new restaurant.
The one on 1st street?
Yes! They just got a Michelin star too!
02
I’m dying to see you.
Situation 1
My flight arrives at 10am.
I hope there aren’t any delays.
I’m dying to see you.
I’ve missed you too! See you when you get here!
Situation 2
I’m dying to see you.
Me too!
It feels like it’s been a whole year.
I feel the same.
But it’s only been a few weeks!
03
I’m dying to buy those new sneakers.
Situation 1
Have you been to the new store downtown?
Yea! I’m dying to buy those new sneakers.
The new suede ones right?
Yes!
I’m saving up every penny.
Situation 2
I’m dying to buy those new sneakers.
They’re so sleek and stylish.
I love how they go well with any outfit.
I’ll buy a pair if you do too.
04
I’m dying to clean this room.
Situation 1
I’m dying to clean this room.
Why?
What’s wrong with it?
It’s the messiest room I’ve ever seen.
Really?
Is it that bad?
Situation 2
I just sent the last of our guests home.
Wow,
it’s been a long night.
I’m dying to clean this room.
Look at this mess.
I’m so tired.
Can we clean tomorrow please?
05
I’m dying to eat this dessert.
Situation 1
What a great meal!
Definitely. And I’m dying to eat this dessert.
Really? I don’t think I can have another bite.
You’re missing out!
Situation 2
I’m dying to eat this dessert.
It looks delicious!
I love chocolate lava cake.
Let’s dig in!
Writer’s Note
The expression ‘I’m dying to…’ is a figure of speech that emphasizes a strong desire to do something. You can use this expression when you want to show how eager you are or how much you look forward to an event. For example, I’m dying to move to a new house, I’m dying to eat lunch, I’m dying to see the concert, I’m dying to go to Hawaii. The dialogues, shown above, demonstrate common situations that you can tweak and practice on your own.
I’ve been dying to communicate with you guys! So let us know what you’ve been ‘…dying to do…’ Another day of successful learning. Cheers!
