Had longings WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? P
2 ? I
3 ? N
4 ? E
5 ? D
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a tree that stands alone, yearning for its forest friends.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      To pine means to suffer a mental and physical decline, especially because of a broken heart or deep longing.

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      The word '?????' means to have longings or to yearn deeply for something or someone. The past tense 'had' indicates that this yearning occurred in the past, matching the past tense form '?????.'

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      Languished, Felt longing (for)

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Had longings” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated October 30 2025, the definitive 5-letter answer is: PINED.

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