Yearning

Her yearning for the days of her childhood was evident in her wistful gaze.

The musician's yearning for love was the inspiration for his romantic ballads.

The novel evoked a yearning for a time when life was less complicated.

The writer is yearning for recognition of her work.

The dog is yearning for his owner's attention.

The artist is yearning for inspiration to strike.

The patient is yearning for a pain-free existence.

The toddler is yearning for his mother's embrace.