Definition of Repine

to yearn for something or someone

Examples of Repine in a sentence

While in prison the man did nothing but repine for his freedom.  🔊

The soldiers repine for their families when they are stationed overseas.  🔊

The little girl began to cry when she started to repine for her family during her first sleepover.  🔊

Until John can get to the liquor store, he is going to repine for his favorite whiskey.  🔊

Even though Stan’s ex-wife left him for another woman, he continues to repine for her and has hopes for reconciliation.  🔊

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