as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
during the deep cold of winter, I repine for warm tropical beaches
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That means anyone craving a cup of creamy tomato soup and Toasted Italiano can grab a quick lunch on the go and save a little bread, too.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026 -
At another corner, there’s the God whose favor Salieri craves, quite unrequitedly.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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Trump wants Iran to completely halt its enrichment of uranium and roll back both its long-range missile program and its support for regional armed groups.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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Texans who want to celebrate can find everything from historic reenactments to chili cook-offs and live music.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Repine (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repine%20%28for%29. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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