hurt for
The phrase "hurt for" is commonly used in American English to express a strong need or desire for something essential.
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Definition
B2Emotional Support
(informal, American)To feel deep empathy or sympathy for someone's situation.
Example
- I really hurt for her after hearing about her loss.
B2Everyday
(informal, American)To strongly need or desire something essential.
Example
- The community is hurting for medical supplies.
- After the storm, the town was hurting for clean water.
Similar
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