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To have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.
“She yearned for the quiet simplicity of her childhood in the countryside.”
A deep, intense longing, especially for something lost, absent, or unattainable.
“She felt a deep yearning for her homeland while living abroad.”
A dark brown, salty paste made from the cell contents of yeast, used as a savory food spread, flavoring, or nutrient additive.
“She spread a thin layer of yeast extract on her morning toast.”
The past tense and past participle of 'yell'; to have uttered a loud, sharp, or piercing cry, typically as an expression of strong emotion, pain, or to attract attention.
“He yelled for help when he saw the smoke rising from the kitchen.”
Of the color between green and orange in the spectrum; the color of a ripe lemon or sunflower.
“The fields were covered in a blanket of bright yellow wildflowers.”
The small, starch-rich edible seeds contained within the fruit of the yellow water lily (genus Nuphar), historically harvested, dried, roasted, or ground into flour.
“Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest gathered yellow water lily seeds in late summer to prepare a nutritious meal for winter.”
To give a short, sharp cry, typically of pain or alarm.
“The puppy let out a sudden yelp when accidentally stepped on.”
Used to give an affirmative response to a question, request, or offer.
“Yes, I would love to join you for dinner tonight.”
To produce or provide a natural, agricultural, or industrial product.
“The apple trees yield a bountiful harvest every autumn.”
Tending to give way under pressure; flexible, compliant, or not rigid.
“The mattress was soft and yielding, providing a comfortable night's sleep.”
Used to refer to the person or people being addressed.
“Can you help me carry these groceries?”
A retort used to point out that the person criticizing or commenting on someone else's behavior is guilty of the same fault.
“He told me I was being lazy, but I said, 'You can talk! You haven't finished your report in three weeks.'”
A female chicken that is less than one year old and has not yet reached full maturity or peak egg-laying capacity.
“The farmer moved the young hens to the main coop once they were old enough to start laying.”
The period of life between childhood and maturity, typically associated with vigor, freshness, and vitality.
“She spent her youth traveling across Europe and painting.”
Used to express sudden pain, surprise, or enthusiastic agreement.
“Yow! That pan is much hotter than I expected.”