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as in avidly
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as in acutely
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Recent Examples of keenly
Konate’s absence on compassionate leave following the death of his father has also been keenly felt.
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James Pearce, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
But Sheinbaum is keenly aware of how Trump’s actions on trade, immigration and security could plunge Mexico into turmoil, potentially threatening her own popularity and the legacy of the ruling party founded by her populist predecessor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Royal wardrobes are rarely accidental, with working royals keenly aware that clothing can quietly convey meaning.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Mazara felt her position as a relative newcomer keenly.
—Elizabeth MacBride, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The entire executive team at Volvo is keenly aware of the teething issues experienced with the EX90.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 21 Jan. 2026
Cruz is keenly aware of the Allen comparisons.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
The Danes are keenly aware of how the alliance between the two countries has seen sacrifices in the past.
—Ryan Nobles, NBC news, 18 Jan. 2026
The film may be observant, but rarely keenly so.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Jan. 2026
James Pearce, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
But Sheinbaum is keenly aware of how Trump’s actions on trade, immigration and security could plunge Mexico into turmoil, potentially threatening her own popularity and the legacy of the ruling party founded by her populist predecessor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Royal wardrobes are rarely accidental, with working royals keenly aware that clothing can quietly convey meaning.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Mazara felt her position as a relative newcomer keenly.
—Elizabeth MacBride, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The entire executive team at Volvo is keenly aware of the teething issues experienced with the EX90.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 21 Jan. 2026
Cruz is keenly aware of the Allen comparisons.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
The Danes are keenly aware of how the alliance between the two countries has seen sacrifices in the past.
—Ryan Nobles, NBC news, 18 Jan. 2026
The film may be observant, but rarely keenly so.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for keenly
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Alice Newton-Rex, WhatsApp’s head of product, said that people were engaging with Meta AI on WhatsApp more avidly than on any of the company’s other platforms.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
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When other kids liked to play sports, read books, or listen avidly to the teacher, Walt would doodle away.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
26 Nov. 2025
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Beijing has already cast that US posture – seen most acutely in the US capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro – as a form of imperialism and bullying.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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The threat is felt so acutely that fascists are led to take joy in cruelty against those outside this group, and others who stand to benefit from greater equality.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Jan. 2026
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When the couple got engaged, Ashleigh was pregnant, so the pair excitedly planned for their baby to be escorted down the aisle by the bride's mother as their flower girl or boy.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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For the return of his show, Bongino excitedly promised a call-in from the president himself.—
Dan Adler,
Vanity Fair,
2 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Miami also bounced back sharply, jumping 82 percent to 40 sales, while London slipped to seventh place with just 35 deals.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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If the states don’t reach a deal, federal officials could sharply cut Arizona’s water starting next year, and at that point, a lawsuit is likely, Buschatzke said.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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The animals, protected under the federal, and soon the state, endangered species acts, were greeted like canine celebrities, as residents watched their movements and eagerly followed the birth of pups via trail cameras and media reports.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Legislature is eagerly pursuing the approval of bills (SB 706 and HB 919) to take away local governments’ ability to name their own airports to appease their Lord and Master.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps more poignantly, various DOJ and FBI officials have refused to pursue the administration’s agenda to go after journalists, with a number resigning their positions, Deadline can confirm.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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Two chairs were poignantly left empty in the ceremony space to honor Will's parents.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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Selling this fare gives me the opportunity to make a little money and wax enthusiastically about native plants.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Little wonder, then, that so many early avant-garde filmmakers participated enthusiastically in advertising.—
Michael Cowan,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2026
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The plaintiffs allege that Black employees in the office were disciplined more harshly than their colleagues, denied accommodations and subjected to escalating retaliation after raising concerns about Johnson’s leadership.—
Chaya Tong,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Feb. 2026
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Mendonça was born in 1968, in the early years of a ruthless military dictatorship—a time when cinema, like much else, was harshly constrained.—
Stephania Taladrid,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Keenly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keenly. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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