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 Stanβs ex-wife left him for another woman, he continues to repine for her and has hopes for reconciliation.
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