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willing

[wil-ing] / ˈwɪl ɪŋ /


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With neither side willing to back down, a new confrontation over Lebanon appears to be a matter of time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

"My friends are all willing to fight to stay up to watch the games."

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The opportunity is now for the public to show that it prefers non-idiocy in the media outlets it patronizes and is willing to pay for.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“This year’s IPO class suggests investors are willing to fund growth, but only when supported by credible business models and durable competitive advantages,” said Rabe.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

They were both ambitious for fame and money, willing to stray from more traditional paths.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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