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eager

[ee-ger] / ˈi gər /


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Macron is "very eager" to see the tapestry displayed "in optimal conditions", laid out flat at full length on a table, the French presidential official said.

From Barron's Sep. 2, 2026

An established promoter like Goldenvoice, working with an eager city council and a Coastal Commission seemingly more open to such events than in the past, will likely have an easier go of it.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

Republicans and Democrats are eager to avoid another shutdown drama as they focus on re-election.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

So I came home eager to remind everyone that we have something special in California, and that we should all be lighting candles on the cake celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coastal Act.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 29, 2026

“We’ve got a full slate of activities for the day, and I’m sure you’re all eager to get started!”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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