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eagerness

[ee-ger-nis] / ˈi gər nɪs /


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"I've seen him with this eagerness to show himself. He will have a chance during the pre-season. He came one week earlier and I hope we can see him in a good place," said Iraola.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2026

“But the yearning for Ashura, the eagerness, the tears in people’s eyes; that has doubled, because people are living Karbala in their lives.”

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 22, 2026

Even unrelated, low-skill jobs on a resume can be valuable for entry-level candidates, reflecting an eagerness to work hard and succeed, Shafransky told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch Jun. 18, 2026

Signal too much eagerness to cut, and he risks spooking the bond market, driving up long-term yields.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 17, 2026

There was such friendliness and charm in his eyes, such boyish eagerness to engage her, that she could only go along.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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