earnest
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Back at breakfast, Hesmondhalgh's apparently earnest but over-the-top reaction to Ramsey's removal immediately raised suspicions.
From BBC β Oct. 9, 2026
Within each category he offers several historical vignettes, recounted with earnest enthusiasm.
From The Wall Street Journal β Oct. 9, 2026
He gives off Boy Scout vibes with his earnest tones and short haircut.
From Salon β Sep. 21, 2026
“And what earnest actually means is direct and truthful.”
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 9, 2026
He sounded so earnest, I couldn’t tell him I’d found the picture depressing and melodramatic.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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