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willingness

[wil-ing-nis] / ˈwɪl ɪŋ nɪs /




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They’re almost always surfer dudes with the fearless spirit of a pole vaulter and the willingness to experiment.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

Mr. Marquis argues that Schuyler’s willingness to understand the Iroquois and to “sympathize with them as human beings” helped to sustain the alliance.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

During extended chats with the UK media, one journalist asked, pointedly and with persistence, about realistic targets for the season ahead and questioned the club's willingness to spend enough to achieve them.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

He might look intimidating, but his smile and willingness to participate in school gatherings propels others to immediately embrace him.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 16, 2026

James was blessed with intelligence, good looks, and the willingness to work hard.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow




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