zeal

Example Sentences

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But Kornev is young and infused with an idealistic zeal, refusing to let these goons stonewall him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

"With the martyrdom of the supreme leader, his path and mission neither will be lost nor will be forgotten, on the other hand, they will be pursued with greater vigour and zeal," a presenter said.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

The Claude zeal has spread widely this month, even to non-engineers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

Their opinions may be diametrically opposed but they are held with equivalent zeal.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

Woundwort watched over them with a tireless zeal that won their loyalty even while they feared him.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams