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willingness

Definition for willingness

noun as in readiness

Strongest matches

eagerness, enthusiasm

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alacrity, compliance, consent, zeal

noun as in enthusiasm

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eagerness, readiness

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The willingness by the chancellor to take political pain, in the form of breaking tax rate manifesto promises, in order to restrain borrowing in a straightforward way, is a plus for the bond vigilantes.

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The old have a clearer view of the inevitability of destruction and a willingness—though no real aptitude—to contemplate what might succeed it.

Simpson has made it clear he's prepared to make some pretty big changes to his proposals - and the government has indicated a willingness to work with him on those.

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From next year, all 18-year-old men and women will be sent a questionnaire to assess their interest and willingness to join the armed forces.

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In the first phase, people born in 2008 will receive a questionnaire next year evaluating their fitness and their willingness to serve, according to details unveiled on Thursday.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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