yearn
verb (used without object)
to have an earnest or strong desire; long.
have yearned
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present perfectof yearn.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The Clippers got the backup center they have yearned for when Brook Lopez agreed to a two-year, $18-million deal, according to people not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2025
That's what Newcastle fans have yearned for and now Eddie has done it.
From BBC ● Mar. 17, 2025
And during the profound and destabilizing crisis of the past two years, many of us have yearned for an impartial authority, a font of scientific wisdom that will offer salvation in trying times.
From Slate ● Mar. 21, 2022
Veterans who have been mistreated when they returned stateside after serving in unpopular wars report that they have yearned to hear these two words: Welcome home.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 7, 2021
"How I have yearned for the sound of your sweet voice," Tyrion sighed to her.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
