willingness
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“People’s willingness to listen to scientists was not necessarily coming back after laetrile. And I think regulators and scientists forgot it at their own peril.”
From Slate ● Nov. 12, 2026
As in most MCU stories, they must eventually attempt to save humanity but their wit, ability, heroism and willingness to sacrifice themselves make the best argument, since “Wall-E,” for machines being better than people.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2026
He credited both a tight labor market and asset-pricing strength for the willingness of U.S. consumers to spend.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026
"I have accepted this proposal with great excitement, a desire to learn, and a willingness to contribute everything I can."
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
As several of those leading the way in renewable energy have reminded us, this willingness to take risks and to commit ourselves to change are, in themselves, renewable resources.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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