repine (for)

Definition of repine (for)next

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Verb
  • Decades of dirty tricks, oceans of money in politics and machine politicking have left voters jaded and disillusioned, craving basic authenticity and good faith from their candidates.
    — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Granted, people don’t usually crave Seattle teriyaki for its subtlety; add a dose of the house chili oil for texture and kick.
    — Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Ask about the practical details without apologizing for wanting to know.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Police said he is wanted on a felony arrest warrant charging him with resisting police, disarming a police officer, escape from custody, and operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic violator.
    — Todd Feurer, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
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“Repine (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repine%20%28for%29. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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