as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
yearned for a little house in the country
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Many are noticing the impact their reliance on technology has had on their relationships, and are craving real personal connections.—
Staff Author,
Parents,
7 June 2026 -
While the crowd skews young, the hotel also attracts business travelers craving a post-conference buzz.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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So the school wants the Centennial side to be annexed by Aurora.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Before 2025, the CFTC didn’t want to oversee exchange betting on sports (or elections) at all.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
11 June 2026
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“Yearn (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yearn%20%28for%29. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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