ache for
Example Sentences
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Arbery’s characters can’t help betraying their ache for connection, even as they work steadfastly to cover up their need.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2025
"Make no mistake: I condemn these murderers, grieve for the victims of their despicable acts, and ache for all the families who have suffered unimaginable and irreparable loss," Biden added.
From BBC ● Dec. 23, 2024
Regardless of the evil the Captain's paranoia and self-doubt drives him to do, you may still ache for him in the end, proving "The Sympathizer" successfully wins us over to its cause.
From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2024
But when she speaks of the ache for her own mother, her grin fades and her eyes well with tears.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 12, 2023
My heart begins to ache for my mother.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
