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
Along with Bailey’s willingness to spam the same offering, there was third-base coach Hector Borg’s decision to hold the speedy Drew Gilbert at third base when the rookie had a good opportunity to score the go-ahead run in the top of the 10th of Game 2.
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
But one of the fascinating aspects of Riley’s postseason briefings over the years has been his willingness to challenge his coach.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
What’s fairly new is the Democratic willingness to consider diluting the VRA districts.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
But his best quality, Gregory said, is his willingness to improve.
—Doug Haller, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The 12 standing ovations Charles received were a testimony not only to the monarch’s diplomacy and willingness to address controversial subjects, but also to the team who support him and have advised him on every aspect of the tour.
—Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair, 29 Apr. 2026
Other limitations might include the availability of funding to produce materials, the willingness of local radio stations to broadcast educational projects, limited instructor interaction, and limited opportunities for feedback and clarification.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Apr. 2026
The outgoing owners proved their willingness to spend, which boosts value and potential upside.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Finally, courage includes the willingness to act despite fear.
—Cynthia Pury, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2026
Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
But one of the fascinating aspects of Riley’s postseason briefings over the years has been his willingness to challenge his coach.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
What’s fairly new is the Democratic willingness to consider diluting the VRA districts.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
But his best quality, Gregory said, is his willingness to improve.
—Doug Haller, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The 12 standing ovations Charles received were a testimony not only to the monarch’s diplomacy and willingness to address controversial subjects, but also to the team who support him and have advised him on every aspect of the tour.
—Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair, 29 Apr. 2026
Other limitations might include the availability of funding to produce materials, the willingness of local radio stations to broadcast educational projects, limited instructor interaction, and limited opportunities for feedback and clarification.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Apr. 2026
The outgoing owners proved their willingness to spend, which boosts value and potential upside.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Finally, courage includes the willingness to act despite fear.
—Cynthia Pury, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for willingness
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On the heels of this enthusiasm, Manus, on March 5, 2025, released an AI tool that took the tech to the next level, from generating ideas to autonomously completing tasks.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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Oliver, a New York Times bestselling author who previously worked with Henry Winkler on the Hank Zipzer series, was moved by Hawn's enthusiasm.—
Eric Andersson,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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From alacrity to deference Presidents Woodrow Wilson and Franklin D. Roosevelt made their case for war and obtained a formal declaration from Congress within three days in 1917 and within the same afternoon in 1941, respectively.—
Robert Haswell,
The Conversation,
17 Apr. 2026
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Neither Republican Senate Majority Leader John Thune nor Schumer, his Democratic equal, have shown any alacrity as of yet to cancel recess.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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Ultimately, his earlier achievements at Borussia Dortmund, as well as Liverpool, meant there was plenty of goodwill knocking around and no obvious appetite for change, even on the internet.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Corporations invest heavily in their brand names and the goodwill associated with them.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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The men in the cast – Ben Jacoby and Brent Thiessen – are suitably smarmy in their stick-thin roles, with the supporting adult actresses – Sarah Bockel and Lael Van Keuren – playing the mothers with caricature zeal.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
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Her older brothers, 20-year-old twins, helped form her competitive zeal and desire to excel.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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That grip is reinforced by a litany of electronic nannies, all of which translate to an assuring sense of control and eagerness to discover more of the Valhalla’s powerfully balletic nature.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2026
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Gutiérrez worries that Trump’s eagerness for a trophy that has evaded 12 Democratic and Republican presidents could get the better of him.—
Joshua Goodman,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 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 2 May. 2026.
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