as in enthusiasm
cheerful readiness to do something
his unhesitating willingness to take on the tough assignments has earned him the status of the president's right-hand man
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Recent Examples of willingness
All Americans had opportunities to succeed or fail based on their abilities, willingness to work hard, and their vision.
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Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 20 Feb. 2026
Tech interests and children’s rights advocates have heavily lobbied the Legislature on both sides of the issue as lawmakers have shown more willingness to crack down to protect children’s mental health.
—Lia Russell
february 20, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Macro-Financial Conditions and Investor Sentiment Like other cryptocurrencies, the value of Ethereum is influenced by global economic factors such as interest rates, inflation, and investors’ willingness to take risks.
—Ascend Agency, 20 Feb. 2026
Partially, that comes down to Melling’s willingness to make big, interesting physical choices within the scope of Colin’s meekness.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2026
Your willingness to stand up for your ultimate vision can lead to far greater fulfillment now and down the road.
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
Why the Internet Is Obsessed Garrett’s willingness to recite a love poem on camera, with his girlfriend right there, without a hint of embarrassment or performance, is the kind of unscripted moment that algorithms and audiences alike reward.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Besides the reluctance of many people to share their own DNA profile for investigations, the success rate also depends on people’s willingness to have their DNA catalogued at all.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
The willingness to discuss such extreme measures was as clear a sign as any that the NBA was taking this problem very seriously — again.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 20 Feb. 2026
Tech interests and children’s rights advocates have heavily lobbied the Legislature on both sides of the issue as lawmakers have shown more willingness to crack down to protect children’s mental health.
—Lia Russell
february 20, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Macro-Financial Conditions and Investor Sentiment Like other cryptocurrencies, the value of Ethereum is influenced by global economic factors such as interest rates, inflation, and investors’ willingness to take risks.
—Ascend Agency, 20 Feb. 2026
Partially, that comes down to Melling’s willingness to make big, interesting physical choices within the scope of Colin’s meekness.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2026
Your willingness to stand up for your ultimate vision can lead to far greater fulfillment now and down the road.
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026
Why the Internet Is Obsessed Garrett’s willingness to recite a love poem on camera, with his girlfriend right there, without a hint of embarrassment or performance, is the kind of unscripted moment that algorithms and audiences alike reward.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Besides the reluctance of many people to share their own DNA profile for investigations, the success rate also depends on people’s willingness to have their DNA catalogued at all.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
The willingness to discuss such extreme measures was as clear a sign as any that the NBA was taking this problem very seriously — again.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for willingness
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The UConn athletic department acted fast after coach Dan Hurley – and Georgetown coach Ed Cooley – commented on the lack of enthusiasm from the home crowd and some empty seats at men’s basketball games this season.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2026
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Sámi filmmaker Elisabeth Rasmussen follows the impressive results of his research, which costs peanuts compared to the enormous budget poured into comparable space missions, with equal zeal and enthusiasm.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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On the contrary, an entrepreneurial mindset that relies on alacrity, adaptability, curiosity and creativity, along with many other tangible qualities, can position leadership as a collaborative approach.—
Venkat Rao,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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By the end of the film, the world — from government powers to common citizens — comes together with unquestioning alacrity to help build teleportation devices in an effort to save the Earth by relocating it.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
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After a disastrous White House meeting a year ago, Zelenskyy has adopted a more practical negotiating stance, emphasizing Ukraine’s goodwill.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Feb. 2026
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Speak clearly and gently to nurture continued goodwill.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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Polen talks about lean manufacturing with the same zeal that other CEOs talk about AI.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Sámi filmmaker Elisabeth Rasmussen follows the impressive results of his research, which costs peanuts compared to the enormous budget poured into comparable space missions, with equal zeal and enthusiasm.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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Take advantage of Coverland’s eagerness to get into your driveway and score a cover or two at a nice and substantial discount.—
Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
19 Feb. 2026
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By the fall, individual field offices, in their eagerness to fulfill the Administration’s wider mission, were beginning to arrest not just green-card applicants but asylum seekers who were showing up for administrative hearings and biometrics appointments.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
17 Feb. 2026
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Part of what becomes apparent watching Chalamet do a press tour is his seemingly unlimited supply of gameness.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
19 Dec. 2025
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De Shields arrived first, wearing a buffalo-plaid toque and a mien of utter gameness.—
Henry Alford,
New Yorker,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Willingness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/willingness. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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