excitedly

adverb

Definition of excitedlynext
as in eagerly

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Recent Examples of excitedly In a newly viral clip posted on Thursday (July 23), Perry and the actresses excitedly shared that new episodes for Season 4 are in the works. — Malik Davis, VIBE.com, 24 July 2026 Wilson said a group of children excitedly approached him at a restaurant when his character’s name slipped his mind in the moment. — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026 Nick excitedly waits for him at the train station, and takes him to meet his new friends. — Barry Levitt, Time, 17 July 2026 After England’s Anthony Gordon scored a goal in the 54th minute of their semifinal match against Lionel Messi and Argentina, David, 51, was seen excitedly cheering from his suite at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15. — Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026 Her toddler has excitedly embraced the spirit, learning the players and chants. — Julianna Mejia july 11, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026 In the comments on Devo’s Instagram post, fans excitedly discussed the new drop. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 10 July 2026 My high-octane mutt was leaping around the patio table and barking excitedly while my neighbors huddled together over their steaks. — Deborah Mower, The Conversation, 2 July 2026 Dogs tug excitedly at their leashes as children lead them through the rolling hills. — Patricia Huon, Christian Science Monitor, 30 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excitedly
  1. eagerly
  2. avidly
  3. enthusiastically
  4. impatiently
  5. keenly
Adverb
  • Maze-like displays attract the fans, who methodically scan upcoming product lines and who also eagerly open up wallets to get their hands on not just early collectibles, but also items that won’t be on sale anywhere else.
    — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026
  • Heat president Pat Riley was among several NBA executives eagerly awaiting James’ decision.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2026
Definition of eagerly
Adverb
  • The couple were deeply involved in literary circles, collected books avidly, read voraciously as well as penning various works.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
  • Yet years spent avidly collecting the pieces naturally left a mark in his approach.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
Definition of avidly
Adverb
  • But more recently, they have been enthusiastically adopted by the longevity community.
    — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Mamdani enthusiastically supported an earlier, more costly version of the bill on the campaign trail, but has since changed his tune in office.
    — Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 16 July 2026
Definition of enthusiastically
Adverb
  • The taller daughter has earbuds plugged into her ears, impatiently tapping her lace-up boots.
    — Joseph Trinidad, Longreads, 16 June 2026
  • As New York Knicks fans impatiently await Saturday evening, the hopes and dreams of millions have become fixed on one undeniable truth — the team is only one game away from winning an NBA championship.
    — Julian Roberts-Grmela, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026
Definition of impatiently
Adverb
  • Concentrated in Russia's largest cities, analysts have watched keenly for any hint of dissent from this social strata.
    — David Brennan, ABC News, 17 July 2026
  • Users should also be keenly aware at some potentially hazardous crossings at major intersections, especially at Kendall Drive and the exit ramp for State Road 878.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
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