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
This willingness to continue buying on dips has kept the market sell-off in check.
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Fred Imbert, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
His willingness to indulge in their presence gives them an inch of freedom that is easily turned into a mile of familiarity.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
But the mindset that built success—adaptability, openness and a willingness to embrace uncertainty—remains the antidote.
—Michael Sonnenfeldt, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
The statement signaled a willingness to continue the war that has disrupted global energy supplies, international travel and the relative safety enjoyed by the Gulf Arab states, and which has also exacted a heavy toll on Iran’s leadership, military and ballistic missile program.
—Natalie Melzer, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Both of those private vehicles won NASA Human Landing System contracts to provide landing services for future Artemis missions, and the space agency has indicated a willingness to fly with whatever spacecraft can be ready in time.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Although its decisions have not been received warmly by the industry, there are indications, according to industry observers, that PURA has recently shown a greater willingness than in the past to listen to utility concerns on rate issues.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
But its willingness to kill to survive is the biggest obstacle to its toppling.
—Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
In last season’s playoffs, the Wolves dispatched the Lakers in five games thanks to superior size and athleticism and a willingness to sacrifice for the greater good.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Fred Imbert, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
His willingness to indulge in their presence gives them an inch of freedom that is easily turned into a mile of familiarity.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
But the mindset that built success—adaptability, openness and a willingness to embrace uncertainty—remains the antidote.
—Michael Sonnenfeldt, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
The statement signaled a willingness to continue the war that has disrupted global energy supplies, international travel and the relative safety enjoyed by the Gulf Arab states, and which has also exacted a heavy toll on Iran’s leadership, military and ballistic missile program.
—Natalie Melzer, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Both of those private vehicles won NASA Human Landing System contracts to provide landing services for future Artemis missions, and the space agency has indicated a willingness to fly with whatever spacecraft can be ready in time.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Although its decisions have not been received warmly by the industry, there are indications, according to industry observers, that PURA has recently shown a greater willingness than in the past to listen to utility concerns on rate issues.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
But its willingness to kill to survive is the biggest obstacle to its toppling.
—Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
In last season’s playoffs, the Wolves dispatched the Lakers in five games thanks to superior size and athleticism and a willingness to sacrifice for the greater good.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for willingness
Noun
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Her performance generated enough enthusiasm that the production extended her involvement twice — first from a March 15 end date to April 5, then again through May 3, coinciding with Ballas joining the cast.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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That could mean even more enthusiasm for nuclear weapons and regional proxy forces.—
Nicholas D. Kristof,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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
Noun
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With messenger Mercury trining Jupiter, the Greater Benefic — with Mercury in your communication quadrant and Jupiter in your amicable 7th house — social exchanges carry extra goodwill.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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That is goodwill most governments only dream of.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But some states' tax-cutting zeal is hitting political resistance to slashing local government and public school funding.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Mary, who was just finishing up undergrad at NYU herself, responded to a casting-call flyer Ron posted and slipped into the role with the confrontational zeal of a creative soul mate.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2026
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While there may be a sense of eagerness to learn who the starting quarterback will be, that question is not at the top of Riley’s mind at the moment.—
Dylan Heinrich,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2026
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The president’s eagerness to put a short time limit on the war comes as polls suggest there is little public appetite for an extended conflict.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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 16 Mar. 2026.
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