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longing

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Definitions

﹒A strong, persistent desire or craving for something, typically something unattainable.

﹒A feeling of yearning or pining, often accompanied by sadness.

Examples

﹒She gazed out the window with a deep longing for her childhood home.

﹒There was a sense of longing in his voice as he spoke about his travels.

﹒The music filled the room, stirring a quiet longing in everyone's heart.

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