ache (for)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ache (for)
Verb
  • This turtle is not to be mocked, and not to be pitied either.
    A.O. Scott, New York Times, 13 June 2025
  • Unable to leave Bangkok since Katherine placed him on a no-fly list out of spite, the once-great agent has become content to slowly drink himself to death among Thai locals who pity him.
    Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 May 2025
Verb
  • Yet Xi’s China craves the reserve-currency title the most.
    William Pesek, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
  • This generation craves brands that feel personal, intentional and emotionally resonant.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
Verb
  • The Tarte Brows for Days Framing Gel was made for anyone who wants definition, fuller-looking brows, and serious hold (without stickiness) in a single swipe.
    Marie Lodi, Allure, 5 July 2025
  • No, Charlize really wanted to play with the helicopter bit, and Fred North [helped brainstorm].
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 5 July 2025
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“Ache (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ache%20%28for%29. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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