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Greed

/ɡrˈid/
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(noun) A selfish or excessive desire for more than is needed or deserved, especially of money, wealth, food, or other possessions.

Although he had many toys, his greed made him want more.
His greed for power knows no bounds.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The story is a powerful cautionary tale about how extreme ____ can lead to the downfall of even the most powerful men.

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