long for
The phrase "long for" captures a deep, often unfulfilled desire or yearning, frequently used to express a sense of emotional need or nostalgia.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To have a strong, often unfulfilled desire for something or someone.
Example
- I long for the day when we can be together again.
- She longs for the simplicity of her childhood.
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