as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
Tom was eager to try out his new pair of skis
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Recent Examples of eager
On Wednesday, Trump boasted that firms are eager to make a deal.
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Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
The start of a new era of American governance brings hope for seniors and healthcare advocates eager for change.
—Mark Gibbons, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
The first few episodes of the season, which focus on the events of Holy Week — including the Last Supper, Judas's betrayal and Jesus's arrest — premiered on Friday, and the cast is eager to see how viewers respond.
—Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Others in the mayoral race have been less eager to attack Trump.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eager
Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
The start of a new era of American governance brings hope for seniors and healthcare advocates eager for change.
—Mark Gibbons, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
The first few episodes of the season, which focus on the events of Holy Week — including the Last Supper, Judas's betrayal and Jesus's arrest — premiered on Friday, and the cast is eager to see how viewers respond.
—Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Others in the mayoral race have been less eager to attack Trump.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eager
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eager
Adjective
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Julianne being available and excited, wanting to come and play in the sandbox; James, similarly.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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So, when the opportunity to visit Tanzania arose, I was intrigued and excited to embark on this journey.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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After an avid cyclist was killed in a hit-and-run during his morning commute last year, police in New Mexico were at a loss for who could have committed the crime.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
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As an avid past user of the brand’s ball, Foley now finds himself in a full-circle moment as Maxfli’s latest brand ambassador, joining Lexi Thompson (LPGA) and Ben Griffin (PGA Tour).—
Michael LoRé,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Although Lederman is enthusiastic about this business model, Frannexus isn’t in the business of convincing clients to buy franchises.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
25 Mar. 2025
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Grange leaders are enthusiastic about contributing to the Cruise Nights’ fundraising efforts for the Ramona Senior Center, Carlson said.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As the end of the sale nears, the company running things becomes more and more anxious to sell as much of the merchandise as possible.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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But all around the country, the next generation of doctors has been spending the past few days anxious to learn what awaits them after finishing medical school.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And, in public, many top executives are keen to praise Trump and show close relations with the White House.—
Justin Worland/Houston,
TIME,
21 Mar. 2025
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Some keen planners even grow real rye grass to complement their haul!—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Eager.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eager. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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