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Yearn

/jˈɜrn/
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(verb) To have a strong desire for something or to do something; to long for or to do something.

People everywhere yearn for public leaders dedicated to world peace.
I yearn for victory.
CEFR Practice Quiz
I often ____ for the quiet and peaceful life of the countryside, away from the city noise.

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