wistful
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We’re often wistful when we land back at SFO with the feeling that our travel ended too soon.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
Some people who don’t expect an inheritance might feel wistful or even sad about their financial prospects, especially when relatives and friends are on the receiving end.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026
They were signs of a nation’s respect, or at least wistful nostalgia.
From Slate • Feb. 6, 2026
Despite the tragedy of Marilyn’s early death, I closed “When We Were Brilliant” feeling like I was walking away from a celebratory dinner with friends; even days later I’m wistful about the experience.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026
Jo thought she was asleep, she lay so still, and putting down her book, sat looking at her with wistful eyes, trying to see signs of hope in the faint color on Beth’s cheeks.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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