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Pant for

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Strong LongingPlay
Use 'pant for' to express a deep, almost physical need for something. SlideStranded on the rooftop, he panted for rescue.
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Figurative UsePlay
'Pant for' is often used metaphorically, not always meaning actual heavy breathing. SlideShe panted for the latest novel by her favorite author.
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Emotional WeightPlay
'Pant for' conveys a sense of desperation or intense desire, showing emotional depth. SlideHe panted for approval in every aspect of his life.