eagerly

Example Sentences

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It isn’t hyperbole to suggest that the SpaceX initial public offering is one of the most eagerly awaited stock market debuts in history.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

It was early July and south London was eagerly anticipating the prospect of Selhurst Park hosting Europa League football for the first time.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Carole and David White, who lost their Palisades townhome, had been eagerly anticipating the reopening services.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

My husband and I eagerly answered my cell, expecting another joyful visit with our granddaughter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

When the man brought him water he drank eagerly, and later bolted a generous meal of raw meat, chunk by chunk, from the man’s hand.

From "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London