as in excitedly
in an enthusiastic manner
sportswriters have praised this new pitching find so enthusiastically you'd think he's going to pitch nothing but no-hitters
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Recent Examples of enthusiastically
The dogs couldn't stand still, wiggling their bodies enthusiastically.
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Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Metro Detroiters have mixed feelings about Sheetz coming to their communities with some enthusiastically lined up on opening days and others commenting in opposition at zoning meetings.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Naturally, Vergara spoke first, and enthusiastically, about Sanchez’s chances of winning the $1 million prize.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
These and similar programs are being enthusiastically embraced by employees themselves who appreciate on-the-job training with a 21st-century flair.
—Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Cohen enthusiastically replied, before giving her a high five and a standing ovation, shortly followed by guest Mark Ronson, who also stood to applaud Brooks.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The two fighters advanced, Ali jogging enthusiastically and Frazier plodding, cautious.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
This is not Chiu, who enthusiastically takes part in the process, sometimes even announcing purchases for the Crocker on social media.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Krasinski and Blunt gamely waved up at the screen as Hazel more enthusiastically greeted the rest of the crowd.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Metro Detroiters have mixed feelings about Sheetz coming to their communities with some enthusiastically lined up on opening days and others commenting in opposition at zoning meetings.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Naturally, Vergara spoke first, and enthusiastically, about Sanchez’s chances of winning the $1 million prize.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
These and similar programs are being enthusiastically embraced by employees themselves who appreciate on-the-job training with a 21st-century flair.
—Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Cohen enthusiastically replied, before giving her a high five and a standing ovation, shortly followed by guest Mark Ronson, who also stood to applaud Brooks.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
The two fighters advanced, Ali jogging enthusiastically and Frazier plodding, cautious.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
This is not Chiu, who enthusiastically takes part in the process, sometimes even announcing purchases for the Crocker on social media.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Krasinski and Blunt gamely waved up at the screen as Hazel more enthusiastically greeted the rest of the crowd.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiastically
Adverb
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His mother excitedly told him that his teachers, doctors and everyone else would now refer to him with the new last name.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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Malik wrote excitedly on Instagram on the same day as the residency announcement, sharing a trio of artsy photos of himself in the city.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
22 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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An award-winning name in American whiskey, Elijah Craig continues to honor its heritage while innovating with releases that whiskey lovers eagerly anticipate.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
22 Sep. 2025
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Newgrounds eagerly showcased these as well, giving many aspiring artists and game designers an entry point into their careers.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Candace's slideshow began with a photo of herself posing exuberantly with Valeri, Natasha and Bradley under an elaborate arch of pink roses and green and white hydrangea.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Sports legends, including Michael Jordan, Lawrence Taylor, and Randy Moss, attended the game, cheering exuberantly after UNC took a 7-0 lead with an opening drive touchdown.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Enthusiastically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiastically. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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