Yearn is a verb but can also be used as a noun, yearning. Defined as to have an earnest or strong desire, the word yearn derives from the Old English word giernan (to be eager).
Synonyms
Long, Pine
Sentence
Jehee yearns to be back at work after the COVID-19 pandemic required her to work at home for a year.
Main source
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yearn
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/yearn
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