willed

Example Sentences

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If you’re eligible — and not everyone is — you can donate your body to the University of Washington’s Willed Body Program.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 24, 2023

Willed on by a fervent crowd, Williams answered questions over her fitness with a dynamic display that put her two points from a win before Tan edged it.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2022

Willed optimism can be a powerful thing; the song “Happy Days Are Here Again” made its debut one month after the crash of ’29.

From New York Times • Sep. 6, 2021

Willed the 34-38 Washington Wizards onto the caboose of the playoffs.

From Washington Post • Jul. 30, 2021

Willed herself closer to see better, though she was careful to keep out of sight.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor