as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
Tom was eager to try out his new pair of skis
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as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest
students with an eagerness to learn
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Recent Examples of eager
Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2025
Beyonce fans eager to join the Cowboy Carter party in Los Angeles can still grab tickets on StubHub.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
The reality is that tomorrow is an unknown exactly because the U.S. is full of industrious individuals searching for intrepid investors eager to back the impossible that will make the energy present appear primitive relative to what will be.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The Rock, cocky, handsome, and eager to flaunt his wealth and status, facing Stone Cold, the vicious everyman who can’t stand figures of authority.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Taylor, a charming extrovert who can make anyone feel comfortable, is eager to help Avery find new friends and learn to flirt with women.
—Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2025
Beyonce fans eager to join the Cowboy Carter party in Los Angeles can still grab tickets on StubHub.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
The reality is that tomorrow is an unknown exactly because the U.S. is full of industrious individuals searching for intrepid investors eager to back the impossible that will make the energy present appear primitive relative to what will be.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The Rock, cocky, handsome, and eager to flaunt his wealth and status, facing Stone Cold, the vicious everyman who can’t stand figures of authority.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eager
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eager
Adjective
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Kolache fans headed to Florida's Gulf Coast shouldn't get too excited yet, though.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2025
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His new kick-change has been a nice weapon against lefties and Taillon is excited about the pitch.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The enthusiasm has spawned an industry that turns offal—a catchall term for an animal’s nonmuscular parts—into pill or powdered form.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
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With 10 other governors in the room, the bipartisan enthusiasm was clear: States are committed to expanding opportunities that give students real-world learning experiences and clear pathways to economic mobility.—
Sara Schapiro,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Most people – even the most avid birders and aviculturists – have never seen nor even heard about these Neotropical parrots, and to the best of my knowledge, they are not kept in any zoo collections.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Comments As an avid shopper, my closet is often overflowing with clothes, which makes packing for trips a precarious experience.—
Bria McNeal,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Sunrise on the Reaping First Look There are no first-look images from the set or trailers to quench our thirst just yet, but Lionsgate did give fans a little something to hang onto during this year's CinemaCon.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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There’s an understandable thirst for an epic title race and a relegation battle that goes to the wire.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Eric Bailly was the most enthusiastic dancer, standing on the massage table giving it some and kicking pizza boxes.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Buehrle delighted a cold but enthusiastic crowd of 25,390 at the stadium during a 6-0 blanking of the Texas Rangers.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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To demonstrate the flexibility of the Bronco SUV, last week Ford Motor Co. revealed two project vehicles to enthusiasts who want to personalize their Broncos for off-road excitement.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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That excitement tided people over for many years when those sources weren’t all that profitable.—
Umair Irfan,
Vox,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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How to know when your dog is agitated Identifying an anxious or aggressive dog can be tricky, as negative and positive emotional indicators can often be confused.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Fed chief said Wednesday the central bank can be patient while assessing data on inflation and employment, which are its dual mandates, while anxious consumers and businesses eye potentially prolonged economic instability.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Banerji talked up the success of The Shadow Strays and Hunger, the latter of which hit No. 1 worldwide, but also was keen to stress the company’s firsts for the region, notably producing Outside, the first Filipino zombie movie that was released in 2024.—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Apr. 2025
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From an investment standpoint, the Mavericks head coach has been keen on football for some time.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Eager.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eager. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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