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longing

[lawng-ing, long-] / ˈlɔŋ ɪŋ, ˈlɒŋ- /




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It is named after the traditional Korean folk song about longing and separation, often dubbed South Korea's unofficial national anthem.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Theatrically playful, these works are suffused with a longing for human connection.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The one who wondered whether her body would ever cooperate with her longing.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

A memory is unlocked in a pair of slouchy carpenter pants and delicate stacks of golden jewelry, and the longing for home is temporarily satiated.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

The longing in Jack’s voice pulls me out of my own thoughts.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day




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