eager
Example Sentences
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There is no lack of Americans eager to learn and work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
DeVaux is excited for the race, obviously, but she’s also eager for this “season” to end.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Many don’t expect to get all of the shares they’ve asked for, but they’re eager for the chance to get a slice of the IPO.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Digiovanni lived in temporary housing when she was younger and she was not allowed to decorate her property, but when she moved to a permanent address she was eager to get a paintbrush out.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Kathy glanced at SJ and then at the line of people eager to order from the menu.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
Vocabulary lists containing eager
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 5
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