show a desire

You have shown a desire to know more of good, and to fight for it.

It also shows my desire to grow, learn more, and improve myself.

"They showed an extreme desire to get foreign investment into the country."

On the other, it shows the company's desire to be considered a more mature, though still growing, concern.

The renewed interest came after a vote of local residents showed a desire for the road.

That bid would show a heart fit and a desire for a club lead.

Then he had put the presents in the shoes, which showed a desire to make his daughter happy.

And public opinion polls show very little desire for a return to military rule.

I thought he showed courtesy, consideration, and a desire to learn.

By so doing, she shows a desire to control aspects that are, for her culture, feminine.