wistful
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Aiming at a middle-class magazine readership, Allen takes a wistful view of the previous decade’s optimism.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Similar scenes played out on the Metro K Line as World Cup-goers from all over traded stories of how they scored tickets, tips for navigating L.A.’s transit system, and wistful memories of tournaments past.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026
Katy Perry’s “The One That Got Away,” a wistful pop hit from 2010, was irrepressible on Spotify in May, reaching as high as No. 8 on the global chart.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
It was a wistful and exciting moment, a rite of passage for many privileged middle-class parents around this time of year.
From Salon ● May 31, 2026
It reminded Ifemelu of Curt, and made her feel, again, a wistful sadness.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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