yearn
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Eventually, many travelers yearn to put down roots again.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
But one day, the excitement of the AI trade will come from plunges rather than melt-ups, and when that happens, you will yearn for boredom.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
They say they yearn for a day when Iranians of all religions will be allowed to worship freely in their homeland.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Yearning is their common language; they yearn alone and they yearn together.
From Salon • Feb. 21, 2026
During the Rivonia Trial, I remarked to a security policeman that if the government did not reform itself, the freedom fighters who would take our place would someday make the authorities yearn for us.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
Vocabulary lists containing yearn
"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Inside Out & Back Again
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
List 12
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
