as in longing
a strong wish for something
had a sudden yearning for something sweet
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Recent Examples of yearning
Lauren Huff, EW.com, 30 Jan. 2025
But there’s another, more opaque thread among right-wing environmental beliefs, according to Jesse Bryant, a sociologist at Yale University: a yearning for a religious or pseudo-religious purity.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 28 Jan. 2025
Mac Miller’s death in 2018 left a community of fans in mourning and a world yearning to hear more of the rapper’s music.
—Chris Malone Mendez, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Their relationship evolves into discussions about his trauma from heartbreak and her yearning to be alive.
—Gina Cherelus, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Noun
There's even some hint of yearning for an apocalyptic event to give the world a do-over.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 30 Jan. 2025
But there’s another, more opaque thread among right-wing environmental beliefs, according to Jesse Bryant, a sociologist at Yale University: a yearning for a religious or pseudo-religious purity.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 28 Jan. 2025
Mac Miller’s death in 2018 left a community of fans in mourning and a world yearning to hear more of the rapper’s music.
—Chris Malone Mendez, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Their relationship evolves into discussions about his trauma from heartbreak and her yearning to be alive.
—Gina Cherelus, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for yearning
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yearning
Noun
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In the Mood For Love is a classic, and one of the best depictions of longing in film history.—
Janey Tracey,
EW.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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The scene in question was designed to show the two characters falling in love and longing to be close to one another.—
Erin Keller,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Chromium may influence food intake, hunger, and fat cravings, but research shows no significant effect on weight loss.67 Despite limited research on berberine for weight loss, even fewer studies exist on other supplements.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
7 Feb. 2025
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For instance, a single shot of buprenorphine costs more than $1,200 and cuts cravings for a month.—
Ethan Varian,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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And while Wright brings defensive tenacity, his addition doesn’t necessarily address New York’s most pressing issue: a lack of size on the wings beyond starters OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges. Josh Hart, a tenacious rebounder, is still just 6-4.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2025
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What To Know Shapiro's is rooted in a series of strategic investments designed to tackle the commonwealth's most pressing issues, from economic development to public safety and education funding.—
Claire Dickey,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Villa’s confidence comes from Emery’s desire to provide a stable environment for players who have lost their way.—
Jacob Tanswell,
The Athletic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Ranging from a simple desire for a sigh, nod, or caress to a more complex wish for advice, empathy, or anticipation for what’s needed pronto, a bid is our most powerful and vulnerable attempt at asking for love.—
Michael Alcée,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Big players like Google are insistent that AI is the savior of search, despite many early attempts to integrate AI ending in disaster.—
Kate Knibbs,
WIRED,
22 Jan. 2025
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But one week in, the insistent refrain from him and players has been that any peaks and valleys are outweighed by Westbrook’s loud practice outbursts of passion and the quiet moments of compassion.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
30 Oct. 2024
Noun
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Romans in Pompeii painted explicit frescos of cunnilingus, and Australian Aboriginal rock art depicts men with massive dicks (proving certain artistic urges transcend geography and history).—
Chris Erik Thomas,
Them,
10 Feb. 2025
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Listen to your muse — this could be the urge to adorn your living space or host a quiet date night at your place.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Kevin Lamarque/Reuters A federal judge in Washington Monday appeared inclined to deny an urgent request to temporarily block Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from firing employees or accessing sensitive records at half dozen federal departments.—
Mike Levine,
ABC News,
17 Feb. 2025
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Despite differing political approaches, one thing is clear: New Mexico is facing an urgent crisis, and leaders across the political spectrum will need to find common ground to prevent further loss of life while navigating around Trump's plans to carry out large-scale mass deportations.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Plus, The Weeknd made fans wait three years for a new project after being omnipresent at the start of the decade, resulting in a thirst for new music that was slaked by a 22-song opus ripe for racking up major streaming totals.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
11 Feb. 2025
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Forced to flee during the Dominican Republic’s turbulent civil war, Quezada’s family immigrated to Manhattan’s bustling Latin district, Washington Heights, just as the diaspora’s thirst for homespun music intensified.—
Holly Jones,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Yearning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yearning. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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