- present participle of hanker.
hankering
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Nowadays, those hankering for a dose of first-person confessional need only open their TikTok feeds or turn on Bravo.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
The stories frame the all-consuming desire for retaliation as an integral aspect of our mortal lives; no one gets out without hankering for a bit of vengeance.
From Salon ● May 19, 2026
It’s the absolute goal of every resort operator to satisfy that hankering.
From Slate ● Apr. 11, 2026
After nearly eight months of "oily and salty" prison food, Barbie told the Sunday Times she would like to have some salad and marmite, while Peter was hankering for baked beans.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2025
Somewhere along the line—in one damn incarnation or another, if you like—you not only had a hankering to be an actor or an actress but to be a good one.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
Vocabulary lists containing hankering
An Excerpt from "The Underground Railroad" by Colson Whitehead
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Native Son
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Gods, Heroes and Men of Ancient Greece
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
