as in craved
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I long for the day when cancer is but a distant and unpleasant memory
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for longed (for)
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The opening craved here, and indicative of the movie’s previous early August date (before Weapons took it over), was $40M, on par with Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
24 Sep. 2025 -
But developments in the 1800s allowed companies to sell already-roasted coffee directly to convenience-hungry consumers who also craved more consistency in their brews.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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About five days later, Madrigal convinced Hernandez to go to the same ranch, telling her that her husband was there and wanted to speak with her, according to the plea agreement.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Sep. 2025
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In their meeting on Monday, Smith told Dong that the US wanted to open up the lines of communication with China, especially on military matters.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
23 Sep. 2025
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The weaknesses Detroit’s middle six leaves a lot to be desired.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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On a page titled ‘Role and desired outcomes,’ the Spencer Stuart job spec defines what success will look like across three areas in the first 12-18 months of next Channel 4 CEO’s tenure.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Longed (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longed%20%28for%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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