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yearning
[yur-ning]
noun
deep longing, especially when accompanied by tenderness or sadness.
a widower's yearning for his wife.
an instance of such longing.
ˈԾԲ
/ ˈɜːɪŋ /
noun
an intense or overpowering longing, desire, or need; craving
Other Word Forms
- yearningly adverb
- unyearning adjective
- ˈԾԲly adverb
Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
" we are fighting for and yearning for is justice - prosecutions for those responsible. We deserve that."
Lucy finds herself torn between the cynicism and mathematical practicality her job has hardened in her and a yearning romanticism she wishes she could be open to.
“JanSport Backpack,” is a yearning tune with harmonies and a hazily poignant emotional tone akin to the Beach Boys —another band of Westside brothers and musical observers of youth culture.
Yet, according to sociologist and author David Goldblatt, there remains a yearning for the past - in part, playing out through fans' relationship with local players.
Had “The Last of Us” followed the linear progression of action and reaction, with Joel’s death fueling Ellie’s yearning for retaliation, we’d need no further explanation.
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