look longingly

Examples (10)

• She would often look longingly at the expensive diamond necklace in the shop window.
• The little girl looked longingly at the brightly colored candy, but knew she couldn't have any.
• He found himself looking longingly at the picture of his family, wishing he could be with them.
• Even from a distance, she could tell he was looking longingly at his favorite armchair.
• The old man looked longingly at the playground, remembering his own childhood adventures.
• As the boat departed, she looked longingly back at the receding shoreline.
• Despite the harsh conditions, the refugees looked longingly towards the promise of a new life.
• The aspiring musician would look longingly at the stage, dreaming of performing one day.
• He couldn't help but look longingly at the warm fire, wishing he were closer to its heat.
• The chef looked longingly at the last slice of cake, contemplating whether to take it.