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eagerness

[ee-ger-nis] / ˈi gər nɪs /


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But they also indicate an eagerness to learn, a will that makes Mona’s eventual callback after Serena Cherry drops out of the show seem almost like manifestation.

From Salon ● Oct. 12, 2026

At G20 trade talks in Milwaukee, Greer struck a conciliatory tone, saying there was an "eagerness on both sides to work together" on the diesel issue.

From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026

In that moment, our eagerness must have seemed like her reward.

From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026

"I've seen him with this eagerness to show himself. He will have a chance during the pre-season. He came one week earlier and I hope we can see him in a good place," said Iraola.

From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026

Ghohg the Protector would not see the elf on the first day, that would show too much eagerness.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin




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