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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

yearns

/jɜːrnz/ verb · British & US
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What does yearns mean?

verb

To feel a strong and often unfulfilled desire for something, especially a romantic or emotional connection. To long or yearn for something is to feel a deep and often persistent sense of wanting or needing it.

Example

"She yearns for a life in the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle of the city."

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