Pant for

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verb

To desire strongly or eagerly for something.

After a long day in the desert, she was panting for a drink of water.
Visual representation of "pant for" - To desire strongly or eagerly for something.

Often appears as...

  • pant for breath
  • pant for water

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Strong Longing

Use 'pant for' to express a deep, almost physical need for something.

Illustration for Strong Longing
Stranded on the rooftop, he panted for rescue.
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Figurative Use

'Pant for' is often used metaphorically, not always meaning actual heavy breathing.

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She panted for the latest novel by her favorite author.
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Emotional Weight

'Pant for' conveys a sense of desperation or intense desire, showing emotional depth.

Illustration for Emotional Weight
He panted for approval in every aspect of his life.
Visual representation of the word "Pant for"

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