as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest
students with an eagerness to learn
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Recent Examples of eagerness
And in their eagerness to join the adult world, connect with friends, and watch their favorite YouTube videos, today’s kids, from toddlers to tweens, are almost universally interested in getting their hands on a smartphone of their own.
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Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 15 June 2026
Splitter made an impression on the Bulls front office with his ability and eagerness to develop young talent.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
Even before the third movie was confirmed, Hathaway — who first appeared on screen as Mia in the initial 2001 film — expressed her eagerness to revisit the iconic franchise.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
When the camp comes into view–which can be in as short as 45 minutes or as long as a few hours, depending on your eagerness for wildlife spotting versus the desire of simply getting to your tent and relaxing—another wow factor sets in.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The other candidates’ blackout is compounded by the eagerness of debate mediators to interrogate the candidates on other issues while failing to bring up education.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
The other candidates’ blackout is compounded by the eagerness of debate mediators to interrogate the candidates on other issues while failing to bring up education.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
Malukas, Palou and McLaughlin made their final stops on consecutive laps to again release O’Ward and Rosenqvist, the pair balancing their eagerness to push and fight with the need to eke out their fuel.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 24 May 2026
So, there was a certain air of eagerness from both roasters and audiences to see the pop star get skewered.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 15 June 2026
Splitter made an impression on the Bulls front office with his ability and eagerness to develop young talent.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
Even before the third movie was confirmed, Hathaway — who first appeared on screen as Mia in the initial 2001 film — expressed her eagerness to revisit the iconic franchise.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
When the camp comes into view–which can be in as short as 45 minutes or as long as a few hours, depending on your eagerness for wildlife spotting versus the desire of simply getting to your tent and relaxing—another wow factor sets in.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The other candidates’ blackout is compounded by the eagerness of debate mediators to interrogate the candidates on other issues while failing to bring up education.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
The other candidates’ blackout is compounded by the eagerness of debate mediators to interrogate the candidates on other issues while failing to bring up education.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
Malukas, Palou and McLaughlin made their final stops on consecutive laps to again release O’Ward and Rosenqvist, the pair balancing their eagerness to push and fight with the need to eke out their fuel.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 24 May 2026
So, there was a certain air of eagerness from both roasters and audiences to see the pop star get skewered.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eagerness
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For much of her defining run, Lizzo was emblematic of an idyllic extramusical experiment, her songs a wellspring for yas queen enthusiasm.—
Sheldon Pearce,
NPR,
16 June 2026
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The Tartan Army of 2026 has journeyed to America with similar enthusiasm, and unrealistic expectations have been loaded upon the shoulders of McTominay.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
16 June 2026
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Back in town, quench your thirst at the upstairs atrium of Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant, then take the Banff Gondola 7,000 feet up Sulphur Mountain, with views of six mountain ranges and the Bow Valley far below.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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Early physical symptoms of heat illness may be mistaken for fatigue, thirst or exhaustion, according to Joslin.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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From packed streets to neighborhood businesses, the excitement surrounding the team's title has extended well beyond basketball.—
Hannah Kliger,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Leading the team to the World Cup Soccer is unquestionably booming in the United States, and the second World Cup on American shores is being met with passion and excitement.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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“Eagerness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eagerness. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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