Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- A simplified spelling of
yearn . - To run; pass swiftly.
- Brisk; lively; sprightly; eager.
- An old form of
iron . - An old spelling of
yearn .
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- intransitive verb obsolete See 3d
yearn . - adjective obsolete Eager; brisk; quick; active.
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Examples
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Gim sliced a haunch off a roasted yern with a knife shaped like a miniature sword, and then the other guests began to help themselves and chatter.
Voice of the Gods Canavan, Trudi 2006
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"We believe this industry will benefit South Africa more as Swedes, who live in the biting cold for a greater period of the year, yern for the warmth in your country."
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There is no doubt in the event an individual is location hopping it is normal to also yern to see scenes in the areas.
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It is safe to say that if you are on the move you can see that you also yern to see scenes in the hot spots.
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So is it that we are truly wanting to go back to analog (ie-film) or is it that we yern for the days of imperfect photos?
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There is no doubt in the event an individual is on the move you can see that you also yern to see things in the nice landmarks.
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It is for sure in the event somebody is on the move it is expected also yern to see scenery in the interesting places.
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There is no doubt in the event someone is on the move it is expected also yern to see individuals in the hot spots.
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So is it that we are truly wanting to go back to analog (ie-film) or is it that we yern for the days of imperfect photos?
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Everyone knows that in the event someone is on the move it is expected also yern to see scenes in the interesting places.
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