Definition of Longing

desperately wanting something

Examples of Longing in a sentence

Longing for a cheeseburger, the craving wouldn’t subside until I made a midnight trip to McDonalds.  🔊

Longing for a husband of her own, Kelsey couldn’t help but be jealous on her sister’s wedding day.  🔊

The little girl had been longing for a pet for several years before her parents bought her a dog.  🔊

Even though he quit smoking ten years ago, Dave starts longing for a cigarette every now and then.  🔊

If you are longing to play in the major leagues you must practice day and night.  🔊

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