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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

longingly

/lɔŋɡlɪŋli/ adverb · British & US
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What does longingly mean?

adverb

Feeling or expressing a strong desire or yearning for something, often in a melancholic or wistful way.

Example

"She looked out the window longingly, wishing she could be outside on such a beautiful day."

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