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be eager

VERB
aspire
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crave pursue strive yearn
STRONG
desire dream hanker long seek struggle try want wish
WEAK
be ambitious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dislike hate
STRONG
answer despise

Example Sentences

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Many are believed to be eager to become “snitches” against former accomplices, including crooked politicians and cops.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

If you had as much trouble getting along with other humans as Sam Altman does, you too might be eager to issue in the artificial intelligence revolution.

From Slate • Apr. 12, 2026

They might not be eager to increase it now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

As a result, Matt Sallee, senior portfolio manager at Tortoise Capital, believes the hyperscalers will be eager to comply with Trump’s new demands.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 17, 2026

“Um…” My plate is empty, so I should be eager to hang out with Emma and the kids, but my limbs have grown tired in the bright sunshine.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller