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Carnal

/kˈɑrnəl/
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(adj) Relating to the physical and especially sexual appetites or activities.

Layla had insatiable carnal needs.
There is a constant perception of carnal joy as spiritual.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The monks lived a life that was free from all ____ desires and greed.

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