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eagerly

[ee-ger-lee] / ˈi gər li /


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The company obtained court orders Friday requiring Microsoft and Discord to turn over data in an effort to identify the source of recent leaks surrounding the eagerly anticipated video game.

From Barron's Aug. 27, 2026

For years, fans have been eagerly awaiting the sixth installment to the “Grand Theft Auto” franchise.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 25, 2026

He dubbed them “the three musketeers” and eagerly signed on as D’Artagnan.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 12, 2026

"You can clap now," a Downing Street official with a clipboard instructed the staff eagerly lining the halls of No 10 in the moments before the new prime minister walked in.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

His hand reached out, his hot fingers clinging to Torak’s as eagerly as a child.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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