1
as in ready
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
I'm a little confused, but perfectly willing to do as you ask
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2
as in quick
having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation
she's always lent a willing hand whenever a neighbor needed help or a friend a favor
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3
as in volunteer
done, made, or given with one's own free will
a willing sacrifice of her limited free time for a good cause
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as in leaving
to give by means of a will
willed their house to their adult children
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2
as in wanting
to see fit
do as you will—I wash my hands of the whole affair
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Recent Examples of willing
Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 27 June 2025
Unfortunately, no motherboard manufacturer (so far, anyway) has been willing to put both DDR4 and DDR5 slots on the same motherboard.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 June 2025
Edwards also said she’s had trouble finding doctors willing to see Medicaid recipients.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 27 June 2025
Voters also want to see candidates willing to challenge their own party’s orthodoxies.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
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Adjective
Gi-hun has known Jun-hee for less than a week and is willing to risk his life to help her, but the father of her child now hesitates at the prospect.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 27 June 2025
Unfortunately, no motherboard manufacturer (so far, anyway) has been willing to put both DDR4 and DDR5 slots on the same motherboard.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 27 June 2025
Edwards also said she’s had trouble finding doctors willing to see Medicaid recipients.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 27 June 2025
Voters also want to see candidates willing to challenge their own party’s orthodoxies.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for willing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for willing
Adjective
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The Yankees are about to find out if Rice is ready.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Varsity Brands believes cheerleading is ready to graduate from college and step into the professional ranks.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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The app features guest mode sessions that disappear after use as well as a hidden exit button for quick redirection if an abuser walks into the room.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Your tongue may be quick to lash out under the Leo moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Within the past couple of years, the group has become a part of Arrowhead Kingdom, an all-volunteer national network of Chiefs fan groups.—
Hannah Kirby,
Journal Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2023
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That’s noteworthy for a show based at a high-school auditorium in Litchfield and run by a staff that is almost entirely volunteer, including the show’s star and its producer.—
Susan Dunne,
Hartford Courant,
18 Aug. 2022
Verb
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Or even, hypothetically, without leaving the dance floor.—
James Dinh,
Billboard,
14 Apr. 2025
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But the moderates also emphasized that their vote for the final bill would hinge on Johnson’s ability to keep his word about leaving Medicaid benefits untouched.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, studies show consumers are more inclined to buy something and are willing to pay over 10% more for it in a store that uses scent marketing.—
Tamara Bebb,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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If possible, do this on an inclined surface such as a driveway so the water will drain away from the rug.—
Karen Grossman,
Southern Living,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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In recent days, the U.S. began pulling some diplomats from Iraq’s capital and offering voluntary evacuations for the families of U.S. troops in the wider Middle East.—
Christopher Bodeen,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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Four trans service members who are now in the process of separating said nothing about their decisions feels voluntary at all.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
19 June 2025
Verb
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Quesadillas These sheet pan chicken fajita quesadillas are a hassle-free way to make a crowd-pleasing meal without standing over the stove.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
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Instead, lean into what feels good, and if that’s pleasing your boo above all else, that may tell you something.—
Quispe López,
Them,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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My guess, therefore, is that Hemsley and the other UnitedHealth executive will end up being glad about their May purchases.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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But the Cubs were glad to be able to take three of four from the Pirates after hitting .189 (24 for 127) in the series.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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“Willing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/willing. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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