as in craving
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
hankering for some company in his lonely mountain cabin hanker after a life of leisure
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Whatever folks are craving, Haider said there’s something for everyone.—
Jenna Thompson
April 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026 -
Saturday is a chance to win the hearts of fans craving cleaner, more exciting football after Billy Napier’s four seasons.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Apr. 2026
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When the winter transfer window opened, there was significant interest from clubs wanting to take him on loan, because the player was still not getting many minutes at Barca.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Unions and district remain apart on salary increases, with teachers seeking 17% raises and Local 99 workers — some of the lowest-paid — also wanting stability.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Hankering (for or after).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hankering%20%28for%20or%20after%29. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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