earnest

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She landed first at Beverly Hills, 90210, where she learned she was a comedy writer because she kept coming up with jokes for an earnest drama that needed serious material.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Aiken rose to fame as the earnest, vocally gifted runner-up on “American Idol” circa 2003.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Development of its massive resources began in earnest in the 1980s.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

"I do believe that he's a very earnest, sound person," Martin said when Trump criticized Starmer for failing to help on Iran.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

With one impulse the men sank on their knees and a deep and earnest “Amen” broke from all as their eyes followed the pointing of his finger.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker