He yearned to travel the world and see new places.
yearn for
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The old man yearned for the days of his youth.
Idiomatic Expressions for yearn
Phrase: yearn for the past
Meaning: to feel a strong desire or longing for the past, often for nostalgic reasons
Usage: As she grew older, she began to yearn for the past when things were simpler.