PINING (FOR) Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

pining (for)

verb

present participle of pine (for)

as in craving

to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy pining for a house in the mountains

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From Mongolia’s vast Gobi Desert and China’s high-altitude wine country to India’s wildlife-rich heartland, these destinations offer the cultural depth, natural beauty and sense of exclusivity that seasoned travelers are increasingly craving.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
For those craving something savory, try a hearty biscuit sandwich stacked with Southern staples like pimiento cheese and Neese’s Country Sausage, sourced from Greensboro.

— Brennan Long, Southern Living, 7 July 2026

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Bikes are also available on loan for guests wanting to explore the area, and in-room maps help craft the perfect itinerary, though the front desk will happily share recommendations.

— Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Holden’s clinging to purity isn’t only about wanting to turn back time, though.

— Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026

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