to yearn, to long for, to gasp
1. to have a strong desire or longing for something
She yearns for her homeland.
Ela anseia pela sua terra natal.
2. to breathe with difficulty; to pant or gasp
The runner was gasping for breath after the sprint.
O corredor ansiava ofegante após a corrida.
3. to await eagerly or anticipate with anxiety
He anxiously awaits the results.
Ele anseia pelos resultados.
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