repining (for)

verb

present participle of repine (for)
as in craving
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy during the deep cold of winter, I repine for warm tropical beaches

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  1. craving
  2. wanting
Verb
  • The discomfort often has less to do with craving a drink and more to do with how deeply drinking is woven into adult social life.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026
  • These individuals may use more marijuana than intended, spend substantial time obtaining or craving it and continue to use it despite physical and psychological problems.
    — Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of craving
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  • The news about Guimaraes wanting to leave was followed almost immediately by Johan Manzambi, Newcastle’s top target across all positions, opting for Aston Villa at the final moment.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • As his memories begin to fade, he's left in a panic, not wanting to lose everything.
    — Grace Dean, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of wanting
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“Repining (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repining%20%28for%29. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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