1
as in to pity
to have sympathy for
I ache for those people who have to spend the holidays alone
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2
as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
aching for some quiet time to himself
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Verb
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But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.—
Kevin Sherrington,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Jan. 2026 -
So horrific were the conditions, Tamimy at times pitied those brought to the hospital.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
22 Dec. 2025
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For those craving a more formal dining experience, head to Saltwood.—
Nneka M. Okona,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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With the rise in popularity of the bourbon industry over the past couple of decades, consumers crave innovation and authenticity.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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That said, Freeman still wants to play 162 games.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Visitors include couples on weekend getaways, friend groups on girls trips, and locals wanting a taste of their city's newest hotspot.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Ache (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ache%20%28for%29. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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