I merely wanted the board to come to a decision.

They merely wanted to be sure we could reach one another.

He merely wanted someone in his family to tell him the truth.

I merely wanted to get to town, buy my morning paper, and return.

On one important level, he merely wants to tell a story.

He merely wants officials to return soon to his court and offer a plan.

I merely wanted to be able to speak in private.

I merely wanted to be sure he wasn't following me.

He merely wants the war to end and his son to come home.

I merely want to hear what you have to say.