always long

Frequency: 7.815.1 per million words

to have a persistent, long-held desire for something

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Examples (10)

  • She had always longed to travel to other countries.
  • He had always longed for a quiet life in the countryside.
  • As a child, she had always longed for a pet dog.
  • Despite his success, he always longed for the simplicity of his youth.
  • They had always longed to start their own business.
  • Even after many years, she always longs to see her estranged brother.
  • The old sailor always longed for the open sea.
  • I have always longed to learn how to play the piano.
  • He always longed for recognition, even if he didn't admit it.
  • She will always long for the days when her children were small.