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eagerness

[ee-ger-nis] / ˈi gər nɪs /


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The market timers’ eagerness to instead believe that the worst is over is more reminiscent of the “slope of hope” that markets slide down.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Interestingly, despite her apparent eagerness to hold on to her California property, Simpson had previously expressed a desire to quit the Golden State once and for all.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

Her genuine pride in Summers’ work, and eagerness for it to succeed, is tangible in every post and promotional video — just like Kaye and Harvey imagined.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

I approach every book-review assignment with a professional eagerness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

I was touched by the eagerness in her voice.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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