willing

Example Sentences

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When hostilities eased, crew members were asked to sign documents confirming they were willing to undertake the voyage.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Amazon passing on the film raises questions about whether tech company-backed studios would be willing to release movies that are critical of innovations in which they have a stake.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Her mother has a will, but her own funeral is not something she’s willing to discuss.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

On Monday in her video post, Machado said, “At this hour, I am willing to do whatever must be done, to speak with whoever must be spoken to.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Duane marveled at how the hare recalled all the details of Handsome’s river crossing and was willing to ignore her own fears in the assistance of Handsome and Major Puff.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el