eagerness

Example Sentences

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Interestingly, despite her apparent eagerness to hold on to her California property, Simpson had previously expressed a desire to quit the Golden State once and for all.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

Her genuine pride in Summers’ work, and eagerness for it to succeed, is tangible in every post and promotional video — just like Kaye and Harvey imagined.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Designers said they are tapping into people’s eagerness to get off their phones and create memorable in-person experiences, along with concern about the high cost of traditional theme-park vacations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

Paul has made a career out of being impossible to predict - with the one constant his eagerness to disrupt the sport.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

Now, in the face of their despair, she radiated eagerness.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor