pining

"a lamb is a young sheep;  these picture books are for young readers"

"The soldiers used the ancient torment to hurl rocks at the enemy fortress. "

"The dry-stone wall used a large, flat through to support the top stones. "

"They inflicted terrible pains on her to obtain a confession."

"The security guard's quick looking around the store helped him spot the shoplifter. "

"My brother constantly helps his younger sister with her homework, demonstrating his steadfast loyalty and support. "

"The neglected plant began to languish without water and sunlight. "

"Is anyone here afraid of suffering hardship?"

"The school's student council is a company of dedicated students who organize events. "

"The noisy construction next door was a constant distress for the students trying to study. "

"There is one sterling and here is another"

"The country surrounding our small village is mostly farmland. "